Star Wars Splash Page
Star Wars Splash Page is a weekly podcast dedicated solely to contemporary Star Wars comics published by Marvel, Dark Horse and previously IDW, featuring views about the current week's comics, interviews with the writers, artists, colorists, letterers and editors who create them, as well as the latest details on publishing schedules, upcoming series and mini-series, so that you, the listener have more detail and context about the comics that are a vital part of Star Wars canon, lore and legends.
Wed, April 16, 2025
Episode #445 -- Lonely Boy
Kyio Ren in chains! A hutt triumphant! Or is it the opposite? Marvel's Legacy of Vader #3 continues the quest for clarity by the Supreme Leader of the First Order, but will it lead to only more confusion? Comics Discussed This Week: Legacy of Vader #3 Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Star Wars: The Battle of Jakku -- Last Stand #2 (of 4) News: Star Wars Celebration Japan starts this week. Our predictions? Lots of books and comics. What sort of comics? Definitely something related to The High Republic from Marvel (perhaps the finale one-shot) as well as the next round of Hyperspace Stories from Dark Horse. Look for the reveal of Daniel José Older's variant cover for June 25's finale of The High Republic Adventures Phase III #20. Dark Horse is collecting the 12-issue Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories maxi-series as a hardcover library edition on Oct. 21. That was a fun title and we hope to see more of it this year and next. There's likely to be several retailer-exclusive variants for the recently reprinted Star Wars (Vol. 1) #1 facsimile edition. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: April 22 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance (Vol. 4), Echoes of Fear TPB (Collects 1-4) April 29 _ Star Wars: Ahsoka — Season One TPB (Collects 1-8), Crash Zone TPB (Collects Crash Landing, Crash and Burn and the 2025 The High Republic Adventures Phase III Annual), Crimson Reign Omnibus (Collects 1-5, Star Wars 19-25, Bounty Hunters 18-24, Darth Vader 18-24 and Doctor Aphra 16-21) April 30 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III -- The Battle of Eriadu One-Shot, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #17, The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #3 (of 5), The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation #3 (of 5), Codebreaker #1 (of 4) May 3 _ Star Wars Free Comic Book Day #1, Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures Free Comic Book Day #1 May 6 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red Treasury Editions (Collects 1-4) May 7 _ Star Wars (Vol. IV) #1, The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents #3 (of 5) May 14 _ Jedi Knights #3 May 20 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III Vol. 3 TPB (Collects 11-13, Wedding Spectacular One-Shot) May 21 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #18, Legacy of Vader #4, The High Republic — Fear of the Jedi #4 (of 5) May 28 _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation #4 (of 5) June 3 _ The Battle of Jakku TPB (Collects Insurgency Rising 1-4, Republic Under Seige 1-4, Last Stand 1-4) June 4 _ Codebreaker #2 (of 4), The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents #4 (of 5), Jedi Knights #4, The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #5 (of 5) June 11 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #19, Star Wars #2, The Rise of Skywalker adaptation #5 (of 5) June 17 _ Star Wars Legends: The Rebellion
Wed, April 09, 2025
Episode #444 -- I Heard It Through the Grapevine
Atha Prime makes his debut in Marvel's Star Wars: Jedi Knights #2 as Yoda and Vetna Mooncrest explore a world that isn't what it seems, harboring a secret that could engulf the galaxy. Comics Discussed This Week: Jedi Knights #2 Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Star Wars: Ahsoka #7 (of 8) News: Due out Jan. 6, 2026, is the volume one of the Star Wars (2025) series from Marvel collecting issues 1-6. Also due out Jan. 6? The four-issue Darth Maul: Black, White & Red mini-series, but this time in a normal TPB format. Page 16 from Marvel's Star Wars (Vol. 1) #1 -- illustrated by Howard Chaykin -- sold at auction for $80,475 (including the premium). Auction house Hakes says that's the highest price ever for a piece of original Star Wars comics art. Over at Hamilton Book, there's a bevy of Star Wars trades and even an omnibus at some VERY low prices. ( www.hamiltonbook.com ). Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: April 16 _ Legacy of Vader #3 April 22 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance (Vol. 4), Echoes of Fear TPB (Collects 1-4) April 29 _ Star Wars: Ahsoka — Season One TPB (Collects 1-8), Crash Zone TPB (Collects Crash Landing, Crash and Burn and the 2025 The High Republic Adventures Phase III Annual), Crimson Reign Omnibus (Collects 1-5, Star Wars 19-25, Bounty Hunters 18-24, Darth Vader 18-24 and Doctor Aphra 16-21) April 30 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III -- The Battle of Eriadu One-Shot, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #17, The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #3 (of 5), The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation #3 (of 5), Codebreaker #1 (of 4) May 3 _ Star Wars Free Comic Book Day #1, Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures Free Comic Book Day #1 May 6 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red Treasury Editions (Collects 1-4) May 7 _ Star Wars (Vol. IV) #1, The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents #3 (of 5) May 14 _ Jedi Knights #3 May 20 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III Vol. 3 TPB (Collects 11-13, Wedding Spectacular One-Shot) May 21 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #18, Legacy of Vader #4, The High Republic — Fear of the Jedi #4 (of 5) May 28 _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation #4 (of 5) June 3 _ The Battle of Jakku TPB (Collects Insurgency Rising 1-4, Republic Under Seige 1-4, Last Stand 1-4) June 4 _ Codebreaker #2 (of 4), The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents #4 (of 5), Jedi Knights #4, The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #5 (of 5) June 11 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #19, Star Wars #2, The Rise of Skywalker adaptation #5 (of 5) June 17 _ Star Wars Legends: The Rebellion Omnibus Vol. 3 (Collects Star Wars: Shad
Wed, April 02, 2025
Episode #443 -- Knock 'em Dead Kid
The Bad Batch continues the pursuit of its mysterious subject, one whom we learn -- if actions are any indication -- is a person not to be trifled with in the least. Dark Horse Comics' Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents #2 (of 5) is a funny and action-laden installment that propels the five-issue mini-series ever onward and upward. Comics Discussed This Week: Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents #2 (of 5) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Star Wars: The Battle of Jakku -- Last Stand #1 (of 4) News: Marvel's solicit for the Fear of the Jedi TPB Includes the as-yet unnannounced Star Wars: The High Republic -- The Finale one-shot. Brings to mind how we learned about the The Acolyte: Kelnacca one-shot last year. (The TPB is due out Oct. 14.) Accompanying the Star Wars: Beyond Victory -- A Mixed Reality Playset is an apparent one-shot written by Ethan Sacks, with interiors by Will Sliney, Steven Cummings and Shogo Aoki and cover by Phil Noto. Per the dispatch, it appears to only be available as a giveaway at Star Wars Celebration Japan. (Full details on the game at https://www.starwars.com/.../star-wars-beyond-victory... ). Over at Hamilton Book, there's a bevy of Star Wars trades and even an omnibus at some VERY low prices. ( www.hamiltonbook.com ). Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: April 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance: Premonition April 9 _ Star Wars (1977) #1 Facsimile Edition (New Printing), Jedi Knights #2 April 16 _ Legacy of Vader #3 April 22 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance (Vol. 4), Echoes of Fear TPB (Collects 1-4) April 29 _ Star Wars: Ahsoka — Season One TPB (Collects 1-8), Crash Zone TPB (Collects Crash Landing, Crash and Burn and the 2025 The High Republic Adventures Phase III Annual), Crimson Reign Omnibus (Collects 1-5, Star Wars 19-25, Bounty Hunters 18-24, Darth Vader 18-24 and Doctor Aphra 16-21) April 30 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III -- The Battle of Eriadu One-Shot, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #17, The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #3 (of 5), The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation #3 (of 5), Codebreaker #1 (of 4) May 3 _ Star Wars Free Comic Book Day #1, Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures Free Comic Book Day #1 May 6 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red Treasury Editions (Collects 1-4) May 7 _ Star Wars (Vol. IV) #1, The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents #3 (of 5) May 14 _ Jedi Knights #3 May 20 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III Vol. 3 TPB (Collects 11-13, Wedding Spectacular One-Shot
Wed, March 26, 2025
Episode #442 -- Red Wine Supernova
It's all starting to converge for The High Republic as Keeve, Sskeer and the others take care of business on Naboo and head with great haste to Eriadu to help out the team there as The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #2 (of 5) meshes with the story in Dark Horse's The High Republic Adventures. In The Rise of Skywalker #2 (of 5), we get a deeper look into what's driving Kylo Ren and Rey as they clash with each other, with Chewie a casualty (or is he?) Comics Discussed This Week: The Rise of Skywalker adaptation #2 (of 5) The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #2 (of 5) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Ahsoka #6 (of 8) Ewoks #3 (of 4) News: Check out the Facebook page for a link to an interview with Alex Segura, along with a few unlettered pages from May 7's Star Wars (Vol. 4) #1. Dark Horse will publish the four-issue Tides of Terror mini-series under the Hyperspace Stories banner starting in July. It's by George Mann, Luis Morocho, LeBeau Underwood, Michael Atiyeh and Comicraft and focuses on Kit Fisto. . In addition to the new Doctor Aphra series -- Chaos Agent -- that begins in June, December sees the publication of "Doctor Aphra -- Friends and Enemies" omnibus. It collects issues 26-40 of the second Aphra series, the five-issue Sana Starros mini-series and the Aphra story from 2023's Revelations one-shot. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: April 2 _ The Bad Batch — Ghost Agents #2 (of 5) April 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance: Premonition April 9 _ Star Wars (1977) #1 Facsimile Edition (New Printing), Jedi Knights #2 April 16 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #17, Legacy of Vader #3 April 22 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance (Vol. 4), Echoes of Fear TPB (Collects 1-4) April 29 _ Star Wars: Ahsoka — Season One TPB (Collects 1-8), Crash Zone TPB (Collects Crash Landing, Crash and Burn and the 2025 The High Republic Adventures Phase III Annual), Crimson Reign Omnibus (Collects 1-5, Star Wars 19-25, Bounty Hunters 18-24, Darth Vader 18-24 and Doctor Aphra 16-21) April 30 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III -- The Battle of Eriadu One-Shot, The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #3 (of 5), The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation #3 (of 5), Codebreaker #1 (of 5) May 3 _ Star Wars Free Comic Book Day #1, Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures Free Comic Book Day #1 May 6 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red Treasury Editions (Collects 1-4) May 7 _ Star Wars (Vol. IV) #1, The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents #3 (of 5) May 14 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #18, Jedi Knights #3 May 20 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III Vol. 3 TPB (Collects 11-13, Wedding Spectacular One-Shot) May 21 _Legacy
Wed, March 19, 2025
Episode #441 -- Seen and Not Seen
Farazala Tarabal is carrying the weight of the Jedi and his own disturbing visions about the future upon his shoulders as the Battle of Eriadu increases in intensity and the Nihil put everything they have into play to eradicate the Tarkins, Jedi, resistance and more in the pages of Dark Horse Comics' Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Phase III #16 . Comics Discussed This Week: The High Republic Adventures Phase III #16 Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Star Wars: The Battle of Jakku -- Republic Under Seige #4 (of 4) News: Charles Soule, in a social-media posting, says he spoke about "The Broken Blade" mini-series with Lucasfilm in February, noting he's got a lot on his plate at the moment. Yet, adds that "it's more likely than it's been. A lot of this is deciding how I tell the story -- that will factor into when I tell it." Friday April 18 features a pair of Lucasfilm publishing panels, including one dedicated to manga and the other looking at upcoming books, comics and more. Per Near Mint Condition, Marvel will publish Star Wars: Darth Vader Modern Era Epic Collection Vol. 2 in November. The book will collect Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #13-25, Vader Down #1 and Star Wars (Vol. 2) 13-14. We're still expecting an announcement about the new Doctor Aphra series any day now. (We got it. It's called Doctor Aphra -- Chaos Agent and it will be a monthly ongoing that debuts June 18) Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: March 25 _ Star Wars: Inquisitors TPB (Collects 1-4), Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 (New Printing) (Collects Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic (2006) 1-50, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic - War (2012) 1-5, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Handbook (2007) 1, material from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic/Rebellion (2006) 0) March 26 _ The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #2 (of 5), The Rise of Skywalker adaptation #2 (of 5) April 2 _ The Bad Batch — Ghost Agents #2 (of 5) April 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance: Premonition April 9 _ Star Wars (1977) #1 Facsimile Edition (New Printing), Jedi Knights #2 April 16 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #17, Legacy of Vader #3 April 22 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance (Vol. 4), Echoes of Fear TPB (Collects 1-4) April 29 _ Star Wars: Ahsoka — Season One TPB (Collects 1-8), Crash Zone TPB (Collects Crash Landing, Crash and Burn and the 2025 The High Republic Adventures Phase III Annual), Crimson Reign Omnibus (Collects 1-5, Star Wars 19-25, Bounty Hunters 18-24, Darth Vader 18-24 and Doctor Aphra 16-21) April 30 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III -- The Battle of Eriadu One-Shot, The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #3 (of 5), The Rise of Skywalker Adapta
Wed, March 12, 2025
Episode #440 -- Running in the Family
Kylo Ren reflects on his horrible, awful, no-good, pained childhood in the pages of Marvel's Star Wars: Legacy of Vader #2 , one that features loving family, loving friends, everything he ever wanted and more as he strives to one-up the miserable existence of his grandfather, Anakin. Plus he encounters Gardulla the Hutt and finally gets a long-overdue comeuppance. The first Rec Room seems to have been a success. Or, rather, no one complained about it. So we've got another one this episode, with Jeff highlighting a favored LP and Matt spotlighting a cherished film . Hang out after the hot comic talk to hear what they are. Comics Discussed This Week: Legacy of Vader #2 Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Star Wars: The Battle of Jakku -- Republic Under Seige #3 (of 4) News: Jedi Knights #1 will get a 2nd printing that's due out April 16. It features an interior page from the first issue by Madibek Musabekov and Luis Guerrero. The 1:25 2nd printing variant is Rahzzah's cover to the first issue, but in virgin form. The Mara Jade replica lightsaber hilt sold out, to no one's great surprise. We're still expecting an announcement about the new Doctor Aphra series any day now. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: March 19 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #16 March 25 _ Star Wars: Inquisitors TPB (Collects 1-4), Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 (New Printing) (Collects Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic (2006) 1-50, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic - War (2012) 1-5, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Handbook (2007) 1, material from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic/Rebellion (2006) 0) March 26 _ The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #2 (of 5), The Rise of Skywalker adaptation #2 (of 5) April 2 _ The Bad Batch — Ghost Agents #2 (of 5) April 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance: Premonition April 9 _ Star Wars (1977) #1 Facsimile Edition (New Printing), Jedi Knights #2 April 16 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #17, Legacy of Vader #3 April 22 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance (Vol. 4), Echoes of Fear TPB (Collects 1-4) April 29 _ Star Wars: Ahsoka — Season One TPB (Collects 1-8), Crash Zone TPB (Collects Crash Landing, Crash and Burn and the 2025 The High Republic Adventures Phase III Annual), Crimson Reign Omnibus (Collects 1-5, Star Wars 19-25, Bounty Hunters 18-24, Darth Vader 18-24 and Doctor Aphra 16-21) April 30 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III -- The Battle of Eriadu One-Shot, The High Republi
Wed, March 05, 2025
Episode #439 -- My Dark Disquiet
Marvel's Star Wars: Jedi Knights debuts and it's a case where the hype wasn't wrong. The series captures the Jedi Order before the events of the prequel trilogy, sporting a case of familiar faces, some new ones and a fair amount of intrigue. It's a superb debut and is going to be a fun read month in and month out. Dark Horse's long delayed first Hyperspace Stories: Qui-Gon original graphic novel has arrived and the creative team has weaved a truly unique story that melds flashbacks, callbacks to The High Republic, certain myths and fables as well as space-borne suspense in a story that builds upon the Qui-Gon Jinn lore and features Obi-Wan Kenobi and Count Dooku, too. And after the comics discussion, stay on for a new segment that we're trying out. We think you'll like it. Comics Discussed This Week: Hyperspace Stories: Qui-Gon Jedi Knights #1 Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Star Wars: The Battle of Jakku -- Republic Under Seige #2 (of 4) News: Amid a wider cancellation of second printings by Marvel, Legacy of Vader #1 was among those scuppered. Marvel's Star Wars: Kanan Modern Era Epic Collection: The Last Padawan, collecting the absolutely superb 12-issue max-series, is slated for release on Aug. 26. Several new cover reveals for upcoming comics can be found the Facebook page and Bluesky feed. We're still expecting an announcement about the new Doctor Aphra series any day now. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: March 12 _ Legacy of Vader #2 March 19 _ Legacy of Vader #1 (2nd Printing), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #16 March 25 _ Star Wars: Inquisitors TPB (Collects 1-4); Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 (New Printing) (Collects Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic (2006) 1-50, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic - War (2012) 1-5, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Handbook (2007) 1, material from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic/Rebellion (2006) 0) March 26 _ The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #2 (of 5), The Rise of Skywalker adaptation #2 (of 5), The Bad Batch — Ghost Agents #2 (of 5) April 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance: Premonition April 9 _ Star Wars (1977) #1 Facsimile Edition (New Printing), Jedi Knights #2 April 16 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #17, Legacy of Vader #3, Jedi Knights #1 (2nd Printing) April 22 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance (Vol. 4), Echoes of Fear TPB (Collects 1-4) April 23 _ Codebreaker #1 (of 5) April 29 _ Star Wars: Ahsoka — Season One TPB (Collects 1-8), Crash Zone TPB (Collects Crash Landing, Crash and Burn and the 2025 The High Republic Adventures Phase III Annual), Crimson Reign Omnibus (Collects 1-5, Star Wars 19-
Wed, February 26, 2025
Episode #438 -- Rise Above
It's been five years or so, but Marvel's adaptation of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker finally sees the light of day in an adaptation that, if the first issue is any indication, features extended and deleted scenes from the film. Scuppered by the pandemic and thought lost, we're not sure why it's finally being released, but we're wholly supportive of the move and managed to glean some intriguing tidbits. Comics Discussed This Week: The Rise of Skywalker adapation #1 (of 5) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Star Wars: The Battle of Jakku -- Republic Under Seige #1 (of 4) News: Dark Horse has shuttered its digital shop, meaning you can't buy its Star Wars comics digitally anymore through its website or its app. Support for the app on iOS will end on March 31. Daniel José Older is doing the variant cover for The High Republic Adventures Phase III #20. The Bad Batch mini-series will get its TPB released on Oct. 28. Marvel's May solicits and Dark Horse's June solicits can be found on the Facebook page. We're still expecting an announcement about the new Doctor Aphra series any day now. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: March 4 _ Hyperspace Stories: Qui-Gon original graphic novel March 5 _ Jedi Knights #1 March 12 _ Legacy of Vader #2 March 18 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 (New Printing) (Collects Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic (2006) 1-50, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic - War (2012) 1-5, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Handbook (2007) 1, material from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic/Rebellion (2006) 0) March 19 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #16 March 25 _ Star Wars: Inquisitors TPB (Collects 1-4) March 26 _ The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #2 (of 5), The Rise of Skywalker adaptation #2 (of 5), The Bad Batch — Ghost Agents #2 (of 5) April 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance: Premonition April 9 _ Star Wars #1 (1977) Facsimile Edition (New Printing), Jedi Knights #2 April 16 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #17, Legacy of Vader #3 April 22 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance (Vol. 4), Echoes of Fear TPB (Collects 1-4) April 23 _ Codebreaker #1 (of 5) April 29 _ Star Wars: Ahsoka — Season One TPB (Collects 1-8), Crash Zone TPB (Collects Crash Landing, Crash and Burn and the 2025 The High Republic Adventures Phase III Annual); Crimson Reign Omnibus (Collects 1-5, Star Wars 19-25, Bounty Hunters 18-24, Darth Vader 18-24 and Doctor Aphra 16-21) April 30 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III -- The Battle of Eriadu One-Shot, The Bad Batch — Ghost Agents #3 (of 5), The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #3 (of 5), The Rise of Sk
Thu, February 20, 2025
Episode #437 -- Into the Void
Marvel's The High Republic phase III returns with the first issue of Fear of the Jedi and it's a doozy. An expansive story that sets the stage for some intriguing developments through its five-issue run and, much to our joy, editor's notes throughout that refer not to just previous Marvel Comics, but those Dark Horse and even the books! The Ahsoka adaptation concludes with the eighth and final issue of the mini-series in a lavishly illustrated story that sees Ezra return home and Ahsoka and Sabine prepare for a new leg of their respective journeys. Comics Discussed This Week: Star Wars: Ahsoka #8 (of 8) The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #1 (of 5) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Ewoks #2 (of 4) News: Due out Oct. 28 from Dark Horse is Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Phase III Vol. 5 TPB, collecting issues 17-20. Marvel is set to release Star Wars: The Old Republic Vol. 2 omnibus in October. Marvel's May solicits are due out this week, as are Dark Horse's June solicits. We're still expecting an announcement about the new Doctor Aphra series any day now. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Feb. 26 _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation #1 (of 5) March 4 _ Hyperspace Stories: Qui-Gon original graphic novel March 5 _ Jedi Knights #1 March 12 _ Legacy of Vader #2 March 18 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 (New Printing) (Collects Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic (2006) 1-50, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic - War (2012) 1-5, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Handbook (2007) 1, material from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic/Rebellion (2006) 0) March 19 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #16, Legacy of Vader #1 (2nd Printing) March 25 _ Star Wars: Inquisitors TPB (Collects 1-4) March 26 _ The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #2 (of 5), The Rise of Skywalker adaptation #2 (of 5), The Bad Batch — Ghost Agents #2 (of 5) April 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance: Premonition April 9 _ Star Wars #1 (1977) Facsimile Edition (New Printing), Jedi Knights #2 April 16 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #17, Legacy of Vader #3 April 22 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance (Vol. 4), Echoes of Fear TPB (Collects 1-4) April 23 _ Codebreaker #1 (of 5) April 29 _ Star Wars: Ahsoka — Season One TPB (Collects 1-8), Crash Zone TPB (Collects Crash Landing, Crash and Burn and the 2025 The High Republic Adventures Phase III Annual); Crimson Reign Omnibus (Collects 1-5, Star Wars 19-25, Bounty Hunters 18-24, Darth Vader 18-24 and Doctor Aphra 16-21) April 30 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III -- The Battle of Eriadu One-Shot, The Bad
Wed, February 12, 2025
Episode #436 -- We Sing in Time
It's a Dark Horse kind of day as we break down the debut of the five-issue Hyperspace Stories -- The Bad Batch: Ghost Agents series, which hurls itself into immediate Clone Wars-era action and intrigue, with sparkling dialogue and fluid and flowing visuals. In The High Republic Adventures Phase III #15 , Farzala fights for light and life, yet can't shake the feeling that the conflict with the Nihil on Eriadu could end quite badly for he and his comrades. Comics Discussed This Week: Hyperspace Stories -- The Bad Batch: Ghost Agents #1 (of 5) The High Republic Adventures Phase III #15 Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Star Wars: The Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #4 (of 4) Ahsoka #5 (of 8) News: Final covers for March 19's Star Wars: Legacy of Vader #1 2nd printings feature Derrick Chew's original cover but in black and white and a ratioed virgin variant of Atha Prime by Ramon Rosanas. There's a preview for March's Legacy of Vader #2 on our Facebook and Bluesky feeds. Variant covers for Marvel's Star Wars (Vol. 4) #1 due Out May 7 featuring The Force Awakens 10th Anniversary with Rey by Chris Sprouse, Ken Lashley's foil variant and Gabriele Dell'Otto's variant. Due out Nov. 4 is the Jedi Knights Vol. 1 TPB collecting issues 1-5. We're expecting an announcement about the new Doctor Aphra series any day now. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Feb. 19 _ Ahsoka #8 (of 8), The High Republic — Fear of the Jedi #1 (of 5) Feb. 26 _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation #1 (of 5) March 4 _ Hyperspace Stories: Qui-Gon original graphic novel March 5 _ Jedi Knights #1 March 12 _ Legacy of Vader #2 March 18 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 (New Printing) (Collects Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic (2006) 1-50, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic - War (2012) 1-5, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Handbook (2007) 1, material from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic/Rebellion (2006) 0) March 19 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #16, Legacy of Vader #1 (2nd Printing) March 25 _ Star Wars: Inquisitors TPB (Collects 1-4) March 26 _ The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #2 (of 5), The Rise of Skywalker adaptation #2 (of 5), The Bad Batch — Ghost Agents #2 (of 5) April 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance: Premonition April 9 _ Codebreaker #1 (of 5), Star Wars #1 (1977) Facsimile Edition (New Printing), Jedi Knights #2 April 16 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #17, Legacy of Vader #3 April 22 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance (Vol. 4), Echoes of Fear TPB (Collects 1-4) April 29 _ Star Wars: Ahsoka — Season One TPB (Collects 1-8), Crash Z
Wed, February 05, 2025
Episode #435 -- Haven't Got Time for the Pain
The first of Marvel's 2025 ongoing series debuts with Star Wars: Legacy of Vader #1 , a book detailing how Kylo Ren (aka Ben Solo) grapples with being the First Order's supreme leader while still grappling with the self-loathing and resentment toward just about anyone and everyone. The series is set after the events of The Last Jedi and promises a layered examination of the complex character. Demand appears solid, given Marvel's announced a second printing for the issue, due out March 19. Comics Discussed This Week: Star Wars: Legacy of Vader #1 Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Star Wars: The Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #3 (of 4) News: More Star Wars manga on the horizon, set in the Sequel Trilogy with roots in the High Republic. Screenrant has the details about Path of the Lightsaber , with the full reveal due at Star Wars Celebration Japan. We're expecting an announcement about the new Doctor Aphra series any day now. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Feb. 12 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #15, The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents 1 (of 5) Feb. 19 _ Ahsoka #8 (of 8), The High Republic — Fear of the Jedi #1 (of 5) Feb. 26 _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation #1 (of 5) March 4 _ Hyperspace Stories: Qui-Gon original graphic novel March 5 _ Jedi Knights #1 March 12 _ Legacy of Vader #2 March 18 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 (New Printing) (Collects Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic (2006) 1-50, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic - War (2012) 1-5, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Handbook (2007) 1, material from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic/Rebellion (2006) 0) March 19 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #16, Legacy of Vader #1 (2nd Printing) March 25 _ Star Wars: Inquisitors TPB (Collects 1-4) March 26 _ The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #2 (of 5), The Rise of Skywalker adaptation #2 (of 5), The Bad Batch — Ghost Agents #2 (of 5) April 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance: Premonition April 9 _ Codebreaker #1 (of 5), Star Wars #1 (1977) Facsimile Edition (New Printing), Jedi Knights #2 April 16 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #17, Legacy of Vader #3 April 22 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance (Vol. 4), Echoes of Fear TPB (Collects 1-4) April 29 _ Star Wars: Ahsoka — Season One TPB (Collects 1-8), Crash Zone TPB (Collects Crash Landing, Crash and Burn and the 2025 The High Republic Adventures Phase III Annual); Crimson Reign Omnibus (Collects 1-5, Star Wars 19-25, Bounty Hunters 18-24, Darth Vader 18-24 and Doctor Aphra 16-21) April 30 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III -- The Battle of Eriadu One-Shot, The Bad Batch
Wed, January 29, 2025
Episode #434 -- Six Weeks
All the comics are out today. Ever. OK, not all of them, but there are six books out today, including four from Dark Horse Comics -- The High Republic Adventures Phase III #14 , The HIgh Republic Adventures 2025 Annual , Echoes of Fear #4 (of 4) and Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #4 (of 4) . Each book is key, with stories that pitch forward phase III of the The High Republic. From Marvel, Ewoks #4 (of 4) wraps up its love letter to not just Ewoks as creatures, but the cartoon, the television films and the original 1980s run. In Star Wars: A New Legacy , we mark 10 years of Marvel Star Wars comics with three stories in a giant one-shot, including a great DoctorAphra and Sana Starros story that features some familiar faces, but a whole lot of not-so familiar faces, too. Comics Discussed This Week: Ewoks #4 (of 4) Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #4 (of 4) Echoes of Fear #4 (of 4) The High Republic Adventures Phase III #14 The High Republic Adventures 2025 Annual A New Legacy #1 one-shot Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ None News: Alex Segura will write and Phil Noto illustrate Star Wars (Vol. 4) #1, which debuts on May 7 and is set in the New Republic era. Over at Star Wars Explained, Alex talks about what's to come with Marvel's Jedi Knights, Legacy of Vader and Star Wars (Vol. IV) with writers Marc Guggenheim, Charles Soule and Alex Segura. We're going to make an educated guess and posit that Doctor Aphra is returning to Marvel's Star Wars comics this summer, if this Annie Wu "Aphra Sneak-Preview Variant" for May 7's Star Wars (Vol. 4) #1 solicit is a guide. John Tyler Christopher's action-figure variant for May 7's Star Wars (Vol. 4) #1 will move to Kenner's The Power of the Force card-back style. The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation TPB collecting the five-issue mini-series is poised for release on Oct. 21. The Force Awakens will get its 10th anniversary nod in the form of specific variant covers for Marvel's Star Wars comics starting in May, if the solicit for May 7's Star Wars (Vol. 4) is a sign. Chris Sprouse did prior anniversary celebration covers, along with Karl Story and Neeraj Menon. Takashi Okazaki's Big Time Collectibles Exclusive Variant for Star Wars: Ahsoka #8, itself an homage to Dave Filoni's cover to September 2008's Star Wars: The Clone Wars #1. Dark Horse's May Star Wars comics solicits include: _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #18 _ Codebreaker #2 (of 4) due out May 21 _ Hyperspace Stories -- The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents #4 (of 5) due out May 28 The solicits for Marvel's April Star Wars comics: _ April 9 | Star Wars #1 (1977) Facsimile and Jedi Knights #2 _ April 16 | Legacy of Vader #3 _ April 30 | The High Republ
Wed, January 22, 2025
Episode #433 -- Burial Ground
The battle endures and, ultimately, ends, but it takes awhile as Marvel's Star Wars: The Battle of Jakku -- Last Stand #4 (of 4) sets the stage for the New Republic later this year. Comics Discussed This Week: The Battle of Jakku -- Last Stand #4 (of 4) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ The Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #2 (of 4) News: Alex Segura will write and Phil Noto illustrate Star Wars (Vol. 4) #1, which debuts on May 7 and is set in the New Republic era. Check out the Facebook page and Bluesky feed for an interview with Cavan Scott by Comicbook.com about his The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi mini-series. Star Wars: The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #1 (of 5) variant covers by Carlo Pagulayan and Phil Noto's virgin artwork. Both are due out Feb. 19. All the Women's History Month variants are now out and available for order. They feature Lina Soh, Ahsoka, Rey and Leia Organa. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Jan. 28 _ Jango Fett TPB (Collects 1-4, Revelations (2023) story), Saber for Hire TP (Collects 1-4) Jan. 29 _ Star Wars: A New Legacy One-Shot, Ewoks #4 (of 4), Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #4 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures 2025 Annual, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #14, Echoes of Fear # 4 (of 4) Feb. 5 _ Legacy of Vader #1 Feb. 12 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #15, The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents 1 (of 5) Feb. 19 _ Ahsoka #8 (of 8), The High Republic — Fear of the Jedi #1 (of 5) Feb. 26 _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation #1 (of 5) March 4 _ Hyperspace Stories: Qui-Gon original graphic novel March 5 _ Jedi Knights #1 March 12 _ Legacy of Vader #2 March 18 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 (New Printing) (Collects Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic (2006) 1-50, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic - War (2012) 1-5, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Handbook (2007) 1, material from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic/Rebellion (2006) 0) March 19 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #16 March 25 _ Star Wars: Inquisitors TPB (Collects 1-4) March 26 _ The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #2 (of 5), The Rise of Skywalker adaptation #2 (of 5), The Bad Batch — Ghost Agents #2 (of 5) April 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance: Premonition April 9 _ Codebreaker #1 (of 5), Star Wars #1 (1977) Facsimile Edition (New Printing), Jedi Knights #2 April 16 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #17, Legacy of Vader #3 April 22 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance (Vol. 4), Echoes of Fear TPB (Collects 1-4) April 29 _ Star Wars: Ahsoka — Season One TPB (Collects 1-8), Cras
Wed, January 15, 2025
Episode #432 -- The Last Splash
The battle begins, at least, in Marvel's Star Wars: The Battle of Jakku -- Last Stand #3 (of 4) as the rebels and imperials strive for their own last stand and Adelhard strikes. But not is all as it seems and a last-page reveal sets up a wild ending in the fourth and final issue of the maxi-series. Comics Discussed This Week: The Battle of Jakku -- Last Stand #3 (of 4) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Ahsoka #4 (of 8) Ewoks #1 (of 4) News: Dark Horse set to publish Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Phase III Vol. 4 TPB on July 23 collecting 13-17. The last of the variant covers for Feb. 19's Star Wars: Ahsoka #8 (of eight), including Brian Matyas' concept-art of Morgan Elsbeth and Takashi Okazaki's Ahsoka. Star Wars: The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #1 (of 5) variant covers by Carlo Pagulayan and Phil Noto's virgin artwork. Both are due out Feb. 19. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Jan. 21 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III TPB Vol. 2 (Collects 6-10) Jan. 22 _ The Battle of Jakku — Last Stand #4 (of 4) Jan. 28 _ Jango Fett TPB (Collects 1-4, Revelations (2023) story), Saber for Hire TP (Collects 1-4) Jan. 29 _ Star Wars: A New Legacy One-Shot, Ewoks #4 (of 4), Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #4 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures 2025 Annual, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #14, Echoes of Fear # 4 (of 4) Feb. 5 _ Legacy of Vader #1 Feb. 12 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #15, The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents 1 (of 5) Feb. 19 _ Ahsoka #8 (of 8), The High Republic — Fear of the Jedi #1 (of 5) Feb. 26 _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation #1 (of 5) March 4 _ Hyperspace Stories: Qui-Gon original graphic novel March 5 _ Jedi Knights #1 March 12 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #16, Legacy of Vader #2 March 18 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 (New Printing) (Collects Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic (2006) 1-50, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic - War (2012) 1-5, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Handbook (2007) 1, material from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic/Rebellion (2006) 0) March 25 _ Star Wars: Inquisitors TPB (Collects 1-4) March 26 _ The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #2 (of 5), The Rise of Skywalker adaptation #2 (of 5), The Bad Batch — Ghost Agents #2 (of 5) April 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance: Premonition April 9 _ Codebreaker #1 (of 4), Star Wars #1 (1977) Facsimile Edition (New Printing) April 16 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #17 April 22 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance (Vol. 4), Echoes of Fear TPB (Collects 1-4) April 29 _ Star Wars: Ahsoka — S
Wed, January 08, 2025
Episode #431 -- Where Were You Hiding? (When the Storm Broke)
Desperation and determination take hold in the pages of Marvel's Star Wars: The Battle of Jakku -- Last Stand #2 (of 4) as the rebels and imperials strive for their own last stand, while Moff Adelhard is poised to throw a spanner in the works ahead of the confrontation on Jakku. Dark Horse's The High Republic Adventures -- Echoes of Fear #4 (of 4) is supposed to be out today. The publisher even confirmed to us that it would be, yet we're doubtful, so we're holding off on a review of the issue until its PRH release date of Jan. 29. Comics Discussed This Week: The Battle of Jakku -- Last Stand #2 (of 4) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: The Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #1 (of 4) Inquisitors #4 (of 4) News: The first six issues of Legacy of Vader will be collected in a TPB due out Sept. 30. Check out a three-page peek at May 3's Free Comic Book Day 2025: Star Wars #1 on the Facebook page. It's by Alex Segura, Charle Soule and Marc Guggenheim, with art by Phil Noto, Luke Ross, Stefano Raffaele and Madibek Musabekov. In this post from Dec. 27, 2019, Marvel executive editor and VP of publishing Tom Brevoort revisits Star Wars (Vol. 1) #1-3 in his "Brevoort History of Comics" from his website, The Tom Brevoort Experience. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Jan. 15 _ The Battle of Jakku — Last Stand #3 (of 4) Jan. 21 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III TPB Vol. 2 (Collects 6-10) Jan. 22 _ The Battle of Jakku — Last Stand #4 (of 4) Jan. 28 _ Jango Fett TPB (Collects 1-4, Revelations (2023) story), Saber for Hire TP (Collects 1-4) Jan. 29 _ Star Wars: A New Legacy One-Shot, Ewoks #4 (of 4), Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #4 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures 2025 Annual, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #14, Echoes of Fear # 4 (of 4) Feb. 5 _ Legacy of Vader #1 Feb. 12 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #15, The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents 1 (of 5) Feb. 19 _ Ahsoka #8 (of 8), The High Republic — Fear of the Jedi #1 (of 5) Feb. 26 _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation #1 (of 5) March 4 _ Hyperspace Stories: Qui-Gon original graphic novel March 5 _ Jedi Knights #1 March 12 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #16, Legacy of Vader #2 March 18 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 (New Printing) (Collects Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic (2006) 1-50, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic - War (2012) 1-5, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Handbook (2007) 1, material from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic/Rebellion (2006) 0) March 25 _ Star Wars: Inquisitors TPB (Collects 1-4) March 26 _ The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #2 (of 5), The Rise
Wed, January 01, 2025
Episode #430 -- In the Year 2525
Sabine catches Ezra up with everything that's gone down since he vanished, while Hera faces the bureaucratic bumbling of the New Republic. Ahsoka emerges, Gandalf-like, to pursue her quest, in Star Wars: Ahsoka #7 (of 8). Comics Discussed This Week: Ahsoka #7 (of 8) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Ahsoka #3 (of 8) News: Marvel will publish a new printing of a facsimile edition of 1977's Star Wars #1, along with a foil variant and a variant cover by Jerry Ordway. It's due out April 9. The High Republic Adventures Phase III from Dark Horse is going to issue 20, per writer Daniel José Older. Writer George Mann sat down with Jedi-Bibliothek recently to talk about Star Wars, books, writing and more. In this post from Dec. 27, 2019, Marvel executive editor and VP of publishing Tom Brevoort revisits Star Wars (Vol. 1) #1-3 in his "Brevoort History of Comics" from his website, The Tom Brevoort Experience. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Jan. 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 3 (Collects Jabba the Hutt - The Gaar Suppoon Hit 1, Jabba the Hutt - The Hunger of Princess Nampi 1,Jabba the Hutt - The Dynasty Trap 1, Jabba the Hutt - Betrayal 1, Free Comic Book Day 2012: Star Wars, Boba Fett - Enemy of the Empire 1-4, Agent of the Empire - Iron Eclipse 1-5, Agent of the Empire - Hard Targets 1-5, The Force Unleashed, The Force Unleashed II, Star Wars: Blood Ties 1-4, Star Wars: Blood Ties - Boba Fett Is Dead 1-4, Star Wars: Empire 1-4; material from Star Wars Tales 7, 11, 15-16, 18-20; A Decade of Dark Horse 2) Jan. 8 _ Battle of Jakku — Last Stand #2 (of 4), Echoes of Fear #4 (of 4) Jan. 15 _ The Battle of Jakku — Last Stand #3 (of 4) Jan. 21 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III TPB Vol. 2 (Collects 6-10) Jan. 22 _ The Battle of Jakku — Last Stand #4 (of 4) Jan. 28 _ Jango Fett TPB (Collects 1-4, Revelations (2023) story), Saber for Hire TP (Collects 1-4) Jan. 29 _ Star Wars: A New Legacy One-Shot, Ewoks #4 (of 4), Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #4 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures 2025 Annual, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #14 Feb. 5 _ Legacy of Vader #1 Feb. 12 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #15, The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents 1 (of 5) Feb. 19 _ Ahsoka #8 (of 8), The High Republic — Fear of the Jedi #1 (of 5) Feb. 26 _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation #1 (of 5) March 4 _ Hyperspace Storie
Wed, December 25, 2024
Episode #429 -- Bittersweet Mirage
Ubrik Adelhard steels his resolve after the betrayal seen in Republic Under Seige #4 as Leia Organa -- in a Sithesque move -- vows revenge after the Acolytes of the Beyond attack Chandrilla as The Battle of Jakku -- Last Stand #1 kicks of the final four issues of the 12-issue maxi-series. Comics Discussed This Week: The Battle of Jakku -- Last Stand #1 (of 4) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #50 News: Marvel will publish a new printing of a facsimile edition of 1977's Star Wars #1, along with a foil variant and a variant cover by Jerry Ordway. It's due out April 9. The High Republic Adventures Phase III from Dark Horse is going to issue 20, per writer Daniel José Older. The Star Wars: Visions Treasury Edition TPB is due out Aug. 6. Marvel's March solicits are on the Facebook and Bluesky pages. The big takeaway? The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi is a five-issue mini-series. Solicits for Dark Horse Comics' April Star Wars comics and publishing schedule. _ Hyperspace Stories -- Codebreaker #1 (April 9) _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #17 (April 16) _ Hyperspace Stories -- The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents #3 (of 5) (April 23) _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III -- The Battle of Eriadu One-Shot (April 30) Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Dec. 31 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 10 TPB “Phantoms” (Collects 46-50, Free Comic Book Day 2024: Star Wars #1 Darth Vader Story) Jan. 1 _ Ahsoka #7 (of 8) Jan. 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 3 (Collects Jabba the Hutt - The Gaar Suppoon Hit 1, Jabba the Hutt - The Hunger of Princess Nampi 1,Jabba the Hutt - The Dynasty Trap 1, Jabba the Hutt - Betrayal 1, Free Comic Book Day 2012: Star Wars, Boba Fett - Enemy of the Empire 1-4, Agent of the Empire - Iron Eclipse 1-5, Agent of the Empire - Hard Targets 1-5, The Force Unleashed, The Force Unleashed II, Star Wars: Blood Ties 1-4, Star Wars: Blood Ties - Boba Fett Is Dead 1-4, Star Wars: Empire 1-4; material from Star Wars Tales 7, 11, 15-16, 18-20; A Decade of Dark Horse 2) Jan. 8 _ Battle of Jakku — Last Stand #2 (of 4) Jan. 15 _ The Battle of Jakku — Last Stand #3 (of 4) Jan. 21 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III TPB Vol. 2 (Collects 6-10) Jan. 22 _ The Battle of Jakku — Last Stand #4 (of 4) Jan. 28 _ Jango Fett TPB (Collects 1-4, Revelations (2023) story), Saber for Hire TP (Collects 1-4) Jan. 29 _ Star Wars: A New Legacy One-Shot, Ewoks #4 (of 4), Echoes of Fear #4 (of 4), Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #4 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures 2025 Annual, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #14 Feb. 5 _ Legacy of Vader #1 Feb. 12 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #15, T
Wed, December 18, 2024
Episode #428 -- Wedding Song (There Is Love)
The battle of Eriadu is a threat not more, but an actuality as the story behind the fated event gains speed in the pages of Dark Horse Comics' T he High Republic Adventures Phase III The Wedding Spectacular one-shot, T he High Republic Adventures #13 and Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #3 (of 4). In Marvel's Ewoks #3 , Wicket finds a new friend amid his peculiar predicament as Asha teaches Meebo what it means to be part of the forest, not just live in it. Star Wars: Ahsoka #6 adapts the meeting of Sabine and Ezra in an emotional scene while Thrawn readies to return to the galaxy. Comics Discussed This Week: Ahsoka #6 (of 8) Ewoks #3 (of 4) Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #3 (of 4) The High Republic Adventures Phase III #13 The High Republic Adventures -- The Wedding Spectacular One-Shot Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Star Wars (Vol. 3) #50 Inquisitors #3 (of 4) News: Checkout the Bluesky and Facebook pages for the latest covers for Legacy of Vader #2, panel and pages from Free Comic Book Day 2025's Star Wars issue, as well as Jedi Knights #2. Charles Soule spoke to IGN about Kylo Ren's time between The Last Jedi and The Rise of Skywalker films in the upcoming Star Wars: Legacy of Vader series from Marvel. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Dec. 24 _ Darth Vader: Black, White Red TPB (Collects 1-4) Dec. 25 _ Battle of Jakku — Last Stand #1 (of 4) Dec. 31 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 10 TPB “Phantoms” (Collects 46-50, Free Comic Book Day 2024: Star Wars #1 Darth Vader Story) Jan. 1 _ Ahsoka #7 (of 8) Jan. 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 3 (Collects Jabba the Hutt - The Gaar Suppoon Hit 1, Jabba the Hutt - The Hunger of Princess Nampi 1,Jabba the Hutt - The Dynasty Trap 1, Jabba the Hutt - Betrayal 1, Free Comic Book Day 2012: Star Wars, Boba Fett - Enemy of the Empire 1-4, Agent of the Empire - Iron Eclipse 1-5, Agent of the Empire - Hard Targets 1-5, The Force Unleashed, The Force Unleashed II, Star Wars: Blood Ties 1-4, Star Wars: Blood Ties - Boba Fett Is Dead 1-4, Star Wars: Empire 1-4; material from Star Wars Tales 7, 11, 15-16, 18-20; A Decade of Dark Horse 2) Jan. 8 _ Battle of Jakku — Last Stand #2 (of 4) Jan. 15 _ The Battle of Jakku — Last Stand #3 (of 4) Jan. 21 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III TPB Vol. 2 (Collects 6-10) Jan. 22 _ The Battle of Jakku — Last Stand #4 (of 4) Jan. 28 _ Jango Fett TPB (Collects 1-4, Revelations (2023) story), Saber for Hire TP (Collects 1-4) Jan. 29 _ Star Wars: A New Legacy One-Shot, Ewoks #4 (of 4), Echoes of Fear #4 (of 4), Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #4 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures 2025 Annual
Wed, December 11, 2024
Episode #427 -- Smooth Operator
Changes in loyalties abound as Moff Adelhard finds out his designs of grandeur may just be delusions, while the New Republic makes a critical decision aimed at keeping the fledgling government alive, along with the dreams of Leia, Mon Mothma and Admiral Ackbar as Republic Under Seige concludes with issue No. 4 and setting the stage for The Battle of Jakku's final arc, the four-issue Last Stand mini-series. Comics Discussed This Week: The Battle of Jakku -- Republic Under Seige #4 (of 4) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: The Acolyte: Kelnacca #1 News: The Star Wars: Visions one-shots will be collected as a treasury edition in August. These are massive in their size and those issues will look so good in this format. Checkout the Bluesky and Facebook pages for the latest covers for Legacy of Vader #1, panel and pages from Free Comic Book Day 2025's Star Wars issue. Reese Hannigan shared three pages from February's first issue of Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents #1 (of 5). You can see them on the Bluesky and Facebook pages. Osha and Mae and Mother Aniseya from The Acolyte, Star Wars Outlaws' Vail and Lando Calrissian feature on Marvel's February Black History month variant covers. Marvel's unveiled a 10th anniversary logo for its Star Wars comics in 2025. Some changes coming for Dark Horse Comics' Star Wars comics publication schedule: _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #14 is now due out Jan. 22 _ Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents 1 (of 5) is now due out Feb. 5 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #16 is now due out March 12 _ Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents #2 is now due out March 19 _ The High Republic Adventures -- Echoes of Fear TPB is now due out April 22 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III -- Crash Zone TPB is now due out April 29 Artist Mike Mayhew is offering 25% off all of his Star Wars-related covers through his online store (mikemayhewstudio.com). Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Dec. 17 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 2 New Printing (Collects Dark Times 6-17, Dark Times - Blue Harvest 0 and Out of the Wilderness 1-5) Dec. 18 — The High Republic Adventures — The Wedding Spectacular One-Shot, Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #3, Ahsoka #6 (of 8), Ewoks #3 (of 4) , The High Republic Adventures Phase III #13 Dec. 24 _ Darth Vader: Black, White Red TPB (Collects 1-4) Dec. 25 _ Battle of Jakku — Last Stand #1 (of 4) Dec. 31 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 10 TPB “Phantoms” (Collects 46-50, Free Comic Book Day 2024: Star Wars #1 Darth Vader Story) Jan. 1 _ Ahsoka #7 (of 8) Jan. 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The
Wed, December 04, 2024
Episode #426 -- Pop Goes the (Weazel)
The bounty hunters seen in Republic Under Seige #2 are back and causing havoc and mayhem while Leia, Luke and Mon Mothma realize Moff Adelhard is no mere annoyance but a threat. It's a sentiment share by the spice runners and the Imperial remnants, too. But with all sides turning on him in The Battle of Jakku -- Republic Under Seige #3 (of 4) , what can Adelhard do and to whom can he turn? Comics Discussed This Week: The Battle of Jakku -- Republic Under Seige #3 (of 4) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Ahsoka #2 (of 8) News: Curious about the bounty hunters in Republic Under Seige? Give July 2023's Star Wars: The Rebellion one-shot a reread. On the Bluesky and Facebook feeds are some panels from Jan. 29's A New Legacy one-shot and The Battle of Jakku -- Last Stand #4 (of 4). For those so inclined, Star Wars: Legacy of Vader is now available for subscription by mail from Marvel via Midtown Comics. This is an ideal option for those who can't get to a comic shop and don't want to buy the issues digitally. Artist Mike Mayhew is offering 25% off all of his Star Wars-related covers through his online store (mikemayhewstudio.com). Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Dec. 11 _ Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Seige #4 (of 4) Dec. 17 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 2 New Printing (Collects Dark Times 6-17, Dark Times - Blue Harvest 0 and Out of the Wilderness 1-5) Dec. 18 — The High Republic Adventures — The Wedding Spectacular One-Shot, Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #3, Ahsoka #6 (of 8), Ewoks #3 (of 4) , The High Republic Adventures Phase III #13 Dec. 24 _ Darth Vader: Black, White Red TPB (Collects 1-4) Dec. 25 _ Battle of Jakku — Last Stand #1 (of 4) Dec. 31 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 10 TPB “Phantoms” (Collects 46-50, Free Comic Book Day 2024: Star Wars #1 Darth Vader Story) Jan. 1 _ Ahsoka #7 (of 8) Jan. 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 3 (Collects Jabba the Hutt - The Gaar Suppoon Hit 1, Jabba the Hutt - The Hunger of Princess Nampi 1,Jabba the Hutt - The Dynasty Trap 1, Jabba the Hutt - Betrayal 1, Free Comic Book Day 2012: Star Wars, Boba Fett - Enemy of the Empire 1-4, Agent of the Empire - Iron Eclipse 1-5, Agent of the Empire - Hard Targets 1-5, The Force Unleashed, The Force Unleashed II, Star Wars: Blood Ties 1-4, Star Wars: Blood Ties - Boba Fett Is Dead 1-4, Star Wars: Empire 1-4; material from Star Wars Tales 7, 11, 15-16, 18-20; A Decade of Dark Horse 2) Jan. 8 _ Battle of Jakku — Last Stand #2 (of 4), Echoes of Fear #4 (of 4) Jan. 15 _ The Battle of Jakku — Last Stand #3 (of 4) Jan. 21 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III TPB Vol. 2 (Collects 6-10) Jan. 22 _ The High Republic Adventures
Wed, November 27, 2024
Episode #425 -- At the Gates of Silent Memory
Destinations are charted in The High Republic Adventures -- Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #2 , while in The High Republic Adventures -- Echoes of Fear #3 , the mystery deepens, but should it be set aside? In T he Battle of Jakku -- Republic Under Seige #2 , the New Republic takes real stock of the 4-D chess game being played by Moff Adelhard even as Gallius Rax sets out to ensure a smooth transition to a new, final order. Comics Discussed This Week: The High Republic Adventures -- Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #2 (of 4) The High Republic Adventures -- Echoes of Fear #3 (of 4) The Battle of Jakku -- Republic Under Seige #2 (of 4) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Star Wars (Vol. 3) #49 News: Marvel's February Star Wars comics solicits are out, as are Dark Horse's March solicits. Of note? No Doctor Aphra ongoing and The Battle of Jakku maxi-series will not lead into a monthly book, at least in February. Dark Horse's Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories -- The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents #1 has been delayed a week to Jan. 22, while issue 2 has been pushed to March 5 from Feb. 19. Marvel's Black History Month variant covers for February's Star Wars comics by Ernanda Souza (Ahsoka #8), Karen S. Darboe (Legacy of Vader #1) and Ken Lashley (The Rise of Skywalker adapation #1). Not yet available is Mateus Manhanini's variant cover for The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #1. Marvel Editor Mark Paniccia posted a pair of panels from May's Free Comic Book Day issue with a pair of pirates that look rather similar to those we'll see in the Skeleton Crew TV show. Star Wars: Jedi Knights #1, due out March 5, has a whopping nine covers solicited for it. Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Phase III #16 is set for release on March 12 with covers by Harvey and Kevin Tolibao and Jo Migyeong, words by Daniel José Older, art by Toni Bruno, colors by Michael Atiyeh and letters by Comicraft's Tyler Smith and Jimmy Betancourt. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Nov. 26 _ Star Wars: Darth Vader Modern Era Epic Collection: Shadows and Secrets (Collects 1-12, Director’s Cut 1, Darth Vader Annual 1) Nov. 27 _ Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Seige #2 (of 4), Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #2 (of 4), Echoes of Fear #3 (of 4) Dec. 3 _ Star Wars Vol. 9 TPB “The Path of Light” (Collects 46-50) Dec. 4 _ Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Seige #3 (of 4) Dec. 11 _Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Seige #4 (of 4) Dec. 17 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 2 New Printing (Collects Dark Times 6-17, Dark Times - Blue Harvest 0 and Out of the Wilderness 1-5) Dec. 18 — The High Republic Adventures — The Wedding Spectacular One-Shot, Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #3
Wed, November 20, 2024
Episode #424 -- Time (You and I)
Ram takes center stage, as does Valo, in Dark Horse's The High Republic Adventures Phase III #12 (of 17) while the Battle of Jakku advances to the next phase with Republic Under Seige #1 (of 4) with what appears to be the first cameo of Gallius Rax and the return of a fan-favorite character. Comics Discussed This Week: The High Republic Adventures Phase III #12 The Battle of Jakku -- Republic Under Seige #1 (of 4) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #49 News: We've completed the migration to Bluesky. You can find us directly at https://bsky.app/profile/starwarssplashpage.bsky.social. The long-delayed five-issue The Rise of Skywalker adaptation is finally being released, with the first issue due out Feb. 26. Due out on May 3, 2025, which is Free Comic Book Day, is a look at what's to come in Marvel's Star Wars comics. It's written by Alex Segura, Charles Soule and Marc Guggenheim, with art by by Phil Noto, Luke Ross, Stefano Rffaele and Madibek Musabekov. Dark Horse's offering will be another Young Jedi Adventures by Dave Scheidt, Andy Duggan, Dan Jackson and Comicraft's Tyler Smith and Jimmy Betancourt. Marvel's February solicits are due later this week, as are Dark Horse's March solicits. Star Wars Upcoming Books and Comics was scuppered by Facebook but has been reborn anew as Once Upon a Galaxy: Upcoming SW Literature. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Nov. 26 _ Star Wars: Darth Vader Modern Era Epic Collection: Shadows and Secrets (Collects 1-12, Director’s Cut 1, Darth Vader Annual 1) Nov. 27 _ Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Seige #2 (of 4), Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #2 (of 4), Echoes of Fear #3 (of 4) Dec. 3 _ Star Wars Vol. 9 TPB “The Path of Light” (Collects 46-50) Dec. 4 _ Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Seige #3 (of 4) Dec. 11 _Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Seige #4 (of 4) Dec. 17 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 2 New Printing (Collects Dark Times 6-17, Dark Times - Blue Harvest 0 and Out of the Wilderness 1-5) Dec. 18 — The High Republic Adventures — The Wedding Spectacular One-Shot, Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #3, Ahsoka #6 (of 8), Ewoks #3 (of 4) , The High Republic Adventures Phase III #13 Dec. 24 _ Darth Vader: Black, White Red TPB (Collects 1-4) Dec. 25 _ Battle of Jakku — Last Stand #1 (of 4) Dec. 31 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 10 TPB “Phantoms” (Collects 46-50, Free Comic Book Day 2024: Star Wars #1 Darth Vader Story) Jan. 1 _ Ahsoka #7 (of 8) Jan. 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 3 (Collects Jabba the Hutt - The Gaar Suppoon Hit 1, Jabba the Hutt - The Hunger of Princess Nampi 1,Jabba the Hutt - The Dynasty Trap 1, Jabba the
Wed, November 13, 2024
Episode #423 -- Blue Sky
The Ewoks mini-series takes a decidely welcome turn toward Wicket in the second issue, as the story branches off in a new way that we found quite stirring. Comics Discussed This Week: Ewoks #2 (of 4) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: The High Republic Phase III #10 Inquisitors #2 (of 4) News: We're slowly but steadily migrating to Blue Sky from Twitter. You can find us directly at https://bsky.app/profile/starwarssplashpage.bsky.social. Karen S. Darboe's Black History Month variant cover featuring The Acolyte's Mother Aniseya for Star Wars: Legacy of Vader #1. It's due out Feb. 5. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Nov. 19 _ The High Republic Phase III Vol. 2, “The Hunted” TPB (Collects 5-8, Star Wars: The Acolyte #1) Nov. 20 _ Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Seige #1 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #12 Nov. 26 _ Star Wars: Darth Vader Modern Era Epic Collection: Shadows and Secrets (Collects 1-12, Director’s Cut 1, Darth Vader Annual 1) Nov. 27 _ Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Seige #2 (of 4), Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #2 (of 4), Echoes of Fear #3 (of 4) Dec. 3 _ Star Wars Vol. 9 TPB “The Path of Light” (Collects 46-50) Dec. 4 _ Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Seige #3 (of 4) Dec. 11 _Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Seige #4 (of 4) Dec. 17 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 2 New Printing (Collects Dark Times 6-17, Dark Times - Blue Harvest 0 and Out of the Wilderness 1-5) Dec. 18 — The High Republic Adventures — The Wedding Spectacular One-Shot, Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #3, Ahsoka #6 (of 8), Ewoks #3 (of 4) , The High Republic Adventures Phase III #13 Dec. 24 _ Darth Vader: Black, White Red TPB (Collects 1-4) Dec. 25 _ Battle of Jakku — Last Stand #1 (of 4) Dec. 31 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 10 TPB “Phantoms” (Collects 46-50, Free Comic Book Day 2024: Star Wars #1 Darth Vader Story) Jan. 1 _ Ahsoka #7 (of 8) Jan. 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 3 (Collects Jabba the Hutt - The Gaar Suppoon Hit 1, Jabba the Hutt - The Hunger of Princess Nampi 1,Jabba the Hutt - The Dynasty Trap 1, Jabba the Hutt - Betrayal 1, Free Comic Book Day 2012: Star Wars, Boba Fett - Enemy of the Empire 1-4, Agent of the Empire - Iron Eclipse 1-5, Agent of the Empire - Hard Targets 1-5, The Force Unleashed, The Force Unleashed II, Star Wars: Blood Ties 1-4, Star Wars: Blood Ties - Boba Fett Is Dead 1-4, Star Wars: Empire 1-4; material from Star Wars Tales 7, 11, 15-16, 18-20; A Decade of Dark Horse 2) Jan. 8 _ Battle of Jakku — Last Stand #2 (of 4), Echoes of Fear #4 (of 4) Jan. 15 _ Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents 1 (of 5), The High Republ
Wed, November 06, 2024
Episode #422 -- No Body, No Crime
The Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising mini-series concludes with its fourth and final issue, yet sets up the next four-issue tale -- Republic Under Seige -- quite nicely. So far the only thing that's left us baffled is simply this: Who is that Azanti on the covers of issues 2 and 3? In Ahsoka #5 , the fifth episode of the Disney+ show is adapted quite well, yet offers no deleted scenes or context. Comics Discussed This Week: Ahsoka #5 (of 8) The Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #4 (of 4) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #4 (of 4) News: By way of IGN is a short preview of Dec. 18's The High Republic Adventures Phase III -- The Wedding Spectacular One-Shot. You can see it on the Facebook page. RIP to artist Greg Hildebrandt, whom, along with his twin brother TIm, captivated not just us but others, with their amazing art, including that from Star Wars, has passed away, his wife, Jean Scrocco said. Marc Guggenheim, in his latest LegalDispatch, responds to a reader's request about including Coleman Kcaj in the upcoming Jedi Knights monthly series from Marvel. If you've not yet subscribed to the newsletter, do so here: https://marcguggenheim.substack.com/p/prelection . Per Yakface.com , the helmet and lightsaber hilt for Ren, the character created by Charles Soule and Will Sliney, will be available for sale starting Nov. 17 at the Disney Store website. Get a peak at March 4's Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories -- Qui-Gon original graphic novel. It's by George Mann, Andrea Mutti, Gigi Baldassini, Andrea Mutti, Tyler Smith and Jimmy Betancourt. Cover is by Michael Cho. Though we always encourage that you buy from your local comic shop, if you can't do so, and don't like digital, you can subscribe to Marvel's Star Wars: A New Legacy one-shot that's due out Jan. 29. (<a href="https://subscriptions.marvel.com/store/ipd.asp?spid=1730&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3Js_uwxuochn1dIWxo1pRyWKNjXpy0ZKR_zYsEnn8SdnBXdL_-6POKXDo_aem_gJcn-n4IqWEYzl_A9Y
Wed, October 30, 2024
Episode #421 -- Where Am I to Go, M'Johnnies?
The High Republic's pirates are back and in business in the pages of Dark Horse's The High Republic Adventures Phase III #11 , while in The Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #3 (of 4) , the Rebel infilatration squad gets a lot closer to Moff Adelhard than perhaps they had intended. Comics Discussed This Week: The High Republic Adventures Phase III #11 The Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #3 (of 4) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #48 News: Kylo Ren's back in Marvel comics, debuting on Feb. 5, written by Charles Soule with art by Luke Ross.. In his latest LegalDispatch, writer Marc Guggenheim denotes that the art team on Star Wars -- Jedi Knights -- Madibek Musbekov and Luis Guerro -- will feature as the creative team for the first 10 issues. Star Wars Modern Era Epic Collection: Yoda’s Secret War is set for release July 22. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Nov. 6 _ Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #4, Ahsoka #5 (of 8) Nov. 12 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Original Marvel Years — Droids & Ewoks; Star Wars: The High Republic Phase II — Quest of the Jedi Omnibus; The Prequel Trilogy Graphic Novel Nov. 13 _ Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #2 (of 4), Echoes of Fear #3 (of 4), Ewoks #2 (of 4) Nov. 19 _ The High Republic Phase III Vol. 2, “The Hunted” TPB (Collects 5-8, Star Wars: The Acolyte #1) Nov. 20 _ Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Seige #1 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #12 Nov. 26 _ Star Wars: Darth Vader Modern Era Epic Collection: Shadows and Secrets (Collects 1-12, Director’s Cut 1, Darth Vader Annual 1) Nov. 27 _ Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Seige #2 (of 4), Echoes of Fear #3 (of 4) Dec. 3 _ Star Wars Vol. 9 TPB “The Path of Light” (Collects 46-50) Dec. 4 _ Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Seige #3 (of 4) Dec. 11 _Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Seige #4 (of 4) Dec. 17 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 2 New Printing (Collects Dark Times 6-17, Dark Times - Blue Harvest 0 and Out of the Wilderness 1-5) Dec. 18 — The High Republic Adventures — The Wedding Spectacular One-Shot, Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #3, Ahsoka #6 (of 8), Ewoks #3 (of 4) , The High Republic Adventures Phase III #13 Dec. 24 _ Darth Vader: Black, White Red TPB (Collects 1-4) Dec. 25 _ Battle of Jakku — Last Stand #1 (of 4) Dec. 31 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 10 TPB “Phantoms” (Collects 46-50, Free Comic Book Day 2024: Star Wars #1 Darth Vader Story) Jan. 1 _ Ahsoka #7 (of 8) Jan. 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 3 (Collects Jabba the Hutt - The Gaar Suppoon Hit 1, Jabba the Hutt - The Hunger of Prin
Wed, October 23, 2024
Episode #420 -- Turn on the News
No new comics out this week, but plenty of news out of New York Comic Con from Oct. 17-21, including word that Poe Dameron is returning to comics via Dark Horse, Marc Guggenheim and Madibek Musabekov will have a new monthly from Marvel featuring Jedi knights set before the events of The Phantom Menace and plenty of hype about the Battle of Eriadu that's about to go down in the pages of The HIgh Republic Adventures Phase III. What wasn't revealed? Marvel's plans for Star Wars when The Battle of Jakku maxi-series concludes in January. We're hopeful that more details about what's to come will be doled out in the coming weeks. January solicits are due later this week and there might be some clues there (maybe). Comics Discussed This Week: Not a one Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Star Wars (Vol. 3) #48 News: Charles Soule and Luke Ross will debut the ongoing Legacy of Vader from Marvel that focuses on Kylo Ren. First issue is due out Feb. 5. Marvel's January solicits are due out later this week, as are Dark Horse's March solicits. The Dark Horse Star Wars comics panel on Saturday at NYCC brought news that Ethan Sacks is writing a Poe Dameron comic that's set before the events of The Force Awakens that sees the pilot on a secret mission. So secret that Sacks would say no more. Alyssa Wong is penning a The High Republic Adventures Phase III one-shot that centers on the effects of and fallout from the upcoming battle of Eriadu that's about to unspool through issue #17 of The High Republic Adventures Phase III. Writers also broke down some of the elements of Jan. 22's THRA Annual 2025, with Scott's story focused on Baron Boolan, Justina Ireland's is about Vernestra Rwoh (including a Stellan Gios flashback), while Wong says they've written about Driggit Parse teaming up with a teen to take down the Nihil. Cavan Scott said he is writing another halloween-inspired comic, while Michael Siglain says the guest-star villain of January's start of the five-issue The Bad Batch: Ghost Agents will be revealed shortly. With regard to the Mace Windu and Grievous graphic novels announced at NYCC today, it's worth noting these aren't new. Dark Horse noted back in October 2023 at NYCC that they were among the characters slated to get such books in the Hyperspace Stories graphic novel line through 2024, led by Qui-Gon, which was initially set to publish in July 2024. It's now due out March 4 Due out May 20 is Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Phase III Vol. 3, collecting issues 11-13 and the Wedding Spectacular. The 112-page TPB from Dark Horse will retail for $19.99. With regard to Friday's Lucasfilm Publishing Panel at NYCC, in terms of Star Wars comics, the series Marc Guggenheim is writing is called Star Wars: Jedi Knights, with each issue a self-contained story. It's set before t
Fri, October 18, 2024
Episode 419 -- Milk Run
We're taking a step back from our usual coverage of Star Wars comics to interview Bryan Reheil , a writer whose three-issue limited series from Scout Comics -- Milk Run -- debuts on Nov. 27. It's a great story, set in Philadelphia, about Zack Morgan who can create a portal that takes him as far back as 10 years in the past, something he uses to buy groceries to make ends meet, hence the "milk run" in the title. Yet his life starts to change as he ponders the subject of a true-crime podcast about the murder of two beloved social workers and he realizes he might be able to use his power for good. Written by Reheil, with art by Jarret Katz , colors by Robert Nugent , letters and design by Rob Jones and edited by James B. Emmett , it's a story that brings to mind time-traveling adventure akin to "Minority Report" and even "Back to the Future." We've read the first issue and, no lie, we're clamoring for the second one. The issue has two covers -- one by Katz and one by Laura Helsby -- and can be ordered at your comic shop, via Previews World or directly from Scout Comics .
Wed, October 16, 2024
Episode #418 -- The Unwelcome Guest
The now-victorious Rebel Alliance is putting together a team of operatives to try and figure out how to neutralize Moff Adelhard, while Luke Skywalker quests for a key Jedi relic that fans of the video game Star Wars: Battlefront II might be familiar with. Oh, if you're a fan of the Star Wars: Resistance TV show, The Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency RIsing #2 (of 4) is for you. Comics Discussed This Week: The Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #2 (of 4) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Ahsoka #1 (of 8) News: Due out Jan. 29 is the one-shot, Star Wars: A New Legacy, which marks the 10th anniversary of the Star Wars franchise returning to Marvel. It'll feature several characters introduced since then, including Doctor Aphra, Scar Squadron and the retooled Valance. Marc Guggenheim's new Star Wars comic is set to be announced at NYCC later this week, as are other titles from Marvel and Dark Horse Comics. Some scheduling changes for Dark Horse comics. _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #13 now due out Dec. 18 (was Dec. 11) _ Echoes of Fear #4 (of 4) now due out Jan. 8 (was Dec. 18) _ Echoes of Fear TPB now due out April 15 (was March 25) Check the Facebook page for the latest NYCC scheduling by Star Wars comics creators. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Oct. 23 _ Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #2 (of 4) Federico Sabbatini Variant Cover Oct. 29 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 8 Oct. 30 — Echoes of Fear #3 (of 4), Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #3, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #11 Oct. 31 _ Age of Resistance — Kylo Ren #1 (Trick or Read Reprint) Nov. 6 _ Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #4, Ahsoka #5 (of 8) Nov. 12 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Original Marvel Years — Droids & Ewoks; Star Wars: The High Republic Phase II — Quest of the Jedi Omnibus; The Prequel Trilogy Graphic Novel Nov. 13 _ Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #2 (of 4), Echoes of Fear #3 (of 4), Ewoks #2 (of 4) Nov. 19 _ The High Republic Phase III Vol. 2, “The Hunted” TPB (Collects 5-8, Star Wars: The Acolyte #1) Nov. 20 _ Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Seige #1 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #12 Nov. 26 _ Star Wars: Darth Vader Modern Era Epic Collection: Shadows and Secrets (Collects 1-12, Director’s Cut 1, Darth Vader Annual 1) Nov. 27 _ Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Seige #2 (of 4), Echoes of Fear #3 (of 4) Dec. 3 _ Star Wars Vol. 9 TPB “The Path of Light” (Collects 46-50) Dec. 4 _ Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Seige #3 (of 4) Dec. 10 _ Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 3 (Collects Jabba
Wed, October 09, 2024
Episode #417 -- Faster Than The Speed of Night
Plenty of tales from The High Republic this week, with Dark Horse's Saber for Hire #4 (of 4) , Echoes of Fear #2 (of 4) and Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #1 (of 4) , while Marvel released Ahsoka #4 (of 8) and the debut of the four-issue Ewoks mini-series. Comics Discussed This Week: Ahsoka #4 (of 8) (6:17) The High Republic Adventures -- Saber for Hire #4 (of 4) (9:03) The High Republic Adventures -- Echoes of Fear #2 (of 4) (17:40) The High Republic Adventures Phase III -- Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #1 (of 4) (18:12) Ewoks #1 (of 4) (35:14) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: The High Republic Phase III #9 (of 10) Inquisitors #1 (of 4) News: The High Republic Adventures Phase 3 #11 now due out Oct. 30 (not Oct. 16) and Echoes of Fear #3 due out Nov. 27, instead of Oct. 30. The Battle of Jakku -- Urgency Rising #1 (of 4) is getting a 2nd printing that's due out Nov. 20. The cover is likely to be the same as the first printing that Phil Noto did. The solicit for Jan. 22's The High Republic Adventures Phase III -- Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #4 (of 4) was released after being omitted from January solicits. Despite the solicits, Cavan Scott is writing the book, not illustrating it. The art's by Vincenzo Riccardi. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Oct. 16 _ Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #2 (of 4) Oct. 23 _ Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #2 (of 4) Federico Sabbatini Variant Cover Oct. 29 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 8 Oct. 30 — Echoes of Fear #3 (of 4), Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #3, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #11 Oct. 31 _ Age of Resistance — Kylo Ren #1 (Trick or Read Reprint) Nov. 6 _ Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #4, Ahsoka #5 (of 8) Nov. 12 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Original Marvel Years — Droids & Ewoks; Star Wars: The High Republic Phase II — Quest of the Jedi Omnibus; The Prequel Trilogy Graphic Novel Nov. 13 _ Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #2 (of 4), Echoes of Fear #3 (of 4), Ewoks #2 (of 4) Nov. 19 _ The High Republic Phase III Vol. 2, “The Hunted” TPB (Collects 5-8, Star Wars: The Acolyte #1) Nov. 20 _ Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Seige #1 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #12 Nov. 26 _ Star Wars: Darth Vader Modern Era Epic Collection: Shadows and Secrets (Collects 1-12, Director’s Cut 1, Darth Vader Annual 1) Nov. 27 _ Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Seige #2 (of 4), Echoes of Fear #3 (of 4) Dec. 3 _ Star Wars Vol. 9 TPB “The Path of Light” (Collects 46-50) Dec. 4 _ Battle of Jakku - Republic Under Seige #3 (of 4) De
Wed, October 02, 2024
Episode #416 -- Adam Raised a Cain
The post-Original Trilogy era takes root in Marvel's Star Wars comics this week with the launch of the 12-issue The Battle of Jakku maxi-series, a sprawling run that's poised to bridge the gap between the just concluded Star Wars and Darth Vader runs with whatever's due to come out in February, and does so in a dramatic, if not menacing fashion. Insurgency Rising #1 (of 4) sets up twain stories in the immediate aftermath of the second Death Star's destruction, bringing to comics key figures from the Aftermath trilogy of novels, the 2015 Star Wars Uprising mobile game and legacy characters like Leia and Luke, with readers poised to learn the events leading up to the fateful final fight over Jakku. It's been a longtime coming, this new story. Based on the first issue, it's poised to deliver. Star Wars: Inquisitors concludes its four-issue run with a story that balances the premonition of knowing when to sacrifice a dream but doing so with a sense of accomplishment in a lushly illustrated tale that spans from Order 66 to the height of the Inquisitorius. Comics Discussed This Week: Inquisitors #4 (of 4) (5:50) The Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #1 (of 4) (19:00) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #3 (of 4) News: Former DC Comics editor Dan DiDio on why a crossover between Star Wars and Batman, Wonder Woman and Superman didn't happen. The trade paperback collecting Dark Horse Comics' The High Republic Adventures -- Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone four-issue mini-series is due out June 24. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Oct. 8 _ Star Wars: Vader's Castle The Deluxe Library Collection (Collects Tales From Vader's Castle, Return to Vader's Castle, Shadow of Vader's Castle, Ghosts of Vader's Castle and 2019 FCBD Issue story "Droid Hunters”) Oct. 9 _ Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #1 (of 4), Ewoks #1 (of 4), Ahsoka #4 (of 8), Echoes of Fear #2 (of 4), Saber for Hire #4 (of 4) Oct. 16 _ Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #2 (of 4) Oct. 29 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 8 Oct. 30 — Echoes of Fear #3 (of 4), Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #3, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #11 Oct. 31 _ Age of Resistance — Kylo Ren #1 (Trick or Read Reprint) Nov. 6 _ Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #4, Ahsoka #5 (of 8) Nov. 12 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Original Marvel Years — Dro
Wed, September 25, 2024
Episode #415 -- Lose Yourself
Sabine Wren restarts her training with Ahsoka as the search for Thrawn and Ezra continues in the lavishly illustrated third issue of the eight-issue TV show adaptation. Comics Discussed This Week: Ahsoka #3 (of 8) (7:46) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Jango Fett #4 (of 4) News: Based on Dark Horse Comics' January solicits, The High Republic Adventures is set to come to an end with issue #17 in April and seemingly confirmed by Daniel José Older on Twitter. The Bad Batch is returning ... to the comics! The five-issue mini-series is set to start in January from Dark Horse and will be set during the Clone Wars. The High Republic Adventures will get a 2025 annual that's due out on Jan. 22. Marvel's December solicits are on the Facebook page, as are those for January (Last Stand #2 (of 4) and Ahsoka #7 (of 8)). Dark Horse will collect the Crash Landing and Crash and Burn one-shots into the Crash Zone TPB due out April 22, which will also include the as-yet unsolicited The High Republic Adventures Phase III 2025 annual featuring stories by Charles and Rosemary Soule, Alyssa Wong, Zoraida Córdova and Cavan Scott. The Darth Maul: Black, White & Red four-issue mini-series will get a Treasury Edition format collection that's due out May 6. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Oct. 2 _ The Battle of Jakku: Insurgency Rising #1 (of 4), Inquisitors #4 (of 4) Oct. 8 _ Star Wars: Vader's Castle The Deluxe Library Collection (Collects Tales From Vader's Castle, Return to Vader's Castle, Shadow of Vader's Castle, Ghosts of Vader's Castle and 2019 FCBD Issue story "Droid Hunters”) Oct. 9 _ Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #1 (of 4), Ewoks #1 (of 4), Ahsoka #4 (of 8), Echoes of Fear #2 (of 4), Saber for Hire #4 (of 4) Oct. 16 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #11, Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #2 Oct. 29 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 8 Oct. 30 — Echoes of Fear #3 (of 4), Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #3 Oct. 31 _ Age of Resistance -- Kylo Ren #1 Trick or Read (Reprint) Nov. 6 _ Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #4, Ahsoka #5 (of 8) Nov. 12 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Original Marvel Years — Droids & Ewoks; Star Wars: The High Republic Phase II — Quest of the Jedi Omnibus; The Prequel Trilogy Graphic Novel Nov. 13 _ Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #2, Echoes of Fear #3 (of 4) Nov. 19 _ The High Republic Phase III Vol. 2, “The Hunted” TPB (Collects 5-8, Star Wars: The Acolyte #1) Nov. 20 _ Battle of Jakku: Republic Under Seige #1 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #12 Nov. 26 _ Star Wars: Darth Vader Modern Era Epic Collection: Shadows and Secrets (Collects 1-1
Wed, September 18, 2024
Episode #414 -- Dig Me Out
Marvel brings the Original Trilogy era run of Star Wars comics to an end in the pages of Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #50 , a weighty issue that not only ties up the recent storyline, but sets some key characters up for the future, particularly Sabé, as readers realize just how much of a hold Palpatine still has over Anakin Skywalker. In Dark Horse Comics' The HIgh Republic Adventures Phase III #10 , Sevran Tarkin takes a bold step in reclaiming not just her legacy, but her life, in a rousing story that leaves us feeling good inside, further evidence of just how good this series has been, is and will be. Comics Discussed This Week: The High Republic Adventures Phase III #10 (7:45) Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #50 (26:01) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #47 News: December solicits for Marvel and January for Dark Horse Comics are due later this week, likely on Thursday. We'll get our first look at the Last Stand four-issue mini-series that wraps up the 12-issue Battle of Jakku maxi-series. Preview pages for Oct. 2's Insurgency Rising four-issue mini-series are starting to seep out from Marvel and Lucasfilm. We'll keep adding them to the Facebook page and Twitter. There's an advance look at Oct. 9's The High Republic Adventures Phase III -- Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #1 on the Facebook page. Dark Horse will collect the Crash Landing and Crash and Burn one-shots into the Crash Zone TPB due out April 22, which will also include the as-yet unsolicited The High Republic Adventures Phase III 2025 annual featuring stories by Charles and Rosemary Soule, Alyssa Wong, Zoraida Córdova and Cavan Scott. The Darth Maul: Black, White & Red four-issue mini-series will get a Treasury Edition format collection that's due out May 6. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Sept. 25 _ Ahsoka #3 Oct. 2 _ The Battle of Jakku: Insurgency Rising #1 (of 4), Inquisitors #4 (of 4) Oct. 8 _ Star Wars: Vader's Castle The Deluxe Library Collection (Collects Tales From Vader's Castle, Return to Vader's Castle, Shadow of Vader's Castle, Ghosts of Vader's Castle and 2019 FCBD Issue story "Droid Hunters”) Oct. 9 _ Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #1 (of 4), Ewoks #1 (of 4), Ahsoka #4 (of 8), Echoes of Fear #2 (of 4), Saber for Hire #4 (of 4) Oct. 16 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #11, Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #2 Oct. 29 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 8 Oct. 30 — Echoes of Fear #3 (of 4), Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #3 Oct. 31 _ Age of Resistance -- Kylo Ren #1 Trick or Read (Reprint) Nov. 6 _ Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #4, Ahsoka #5 (of 8) Nov. 12 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The O
Wed, September 11, 2024
Episode #413 -- Adagio for Strings
The Original Trilogy era of Marvel's Star Wars begins it's two-part ending, with the release of S tar Wars (Vol. 3) #50 , a sprawling yet tight meditation on what it takes to ensure victory and the lengths that some will consider going to attain it. Writer Charles Soule concludes his 50-issue run -- an accomplishment in its own right -- that sets the stage for Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #50 next week. Inquisitors #3 (of 4) sees Tensu Run not only realize the shortcomings of the Jedi Order, yet strive to build upon them for a better future in a deftly crafted story. Comics Discussed This Week: Inquisitors #3 (of 4) (15:14) Star Wars (Vol. 3) #50 (final issue) (31:30) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: The High Republic Phase III #8 (of 10) Star Wars (Vol. 3) #47 News: Condolences to the family of James Earl Jones. The legendary actor who voiced Darth Vader died this week. He was 93. Condolences to the family of artist John Cassaday. The comic artist and co-creator of Wildstorm's "Planetary" died. He was 52. Cassaday illustrated Star Wars (Vol. 2) 1-6 and helped inaugurate Marvel's return to the property back in 2015. The solicit and covers for Star Wars: The Battle of Jakuu -- Republic Under Seige #3 (of 4) that's due out Dec. 4. Main cover is by Taurin Clarke while the variant is by Leinil Francis Yu and Romulo Fajardo Jr. The mini-series is written by Alex Segura and illustrated by Stefano Raffaele. Artist E.M. Gist's covers for The Battle of Jakku -- Last Stand 1-4 are on the Facebook page. We expect The Phantom Menace 25th Anniversary Special one-shot will be folded into the Darth Vader Vol. 10 TPB due out at the end of the year. It will collect Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #48-50, meaning there's space for the issue. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Sept. 17 _ Star Wars: Thrawn Alliances TPB (Collects 1-4) Sept. 18 _ Darth Vader #50 , The High Republic Adventures Phase III #10 Sept. 25 _ Ahsoka #3 Oct. 2 _ The Battle of Jakku: Insurgency Rising #1 (of 4), Inquisitors #4 (of 4) Oct. 8 _ Star Wars: Vader's Castle The Deluxe Library Collection (Collects Tales From Vader's Castle, Return to Vader's Castle, Shadow of Vader's Castle, Ghosts of Vader's Castle and 2019 FCBD Issue story "Droid Hunters”) Oct. 9 _ Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #1 (of 4), Ewoks #1 (of 4), Ahsoka #4 (of 8), Echoes of Fear #2 (of 4), Saber for Hire #4 (of 4) Oct. 16 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #11, Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #2 Oct. 29 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 8 Oct. 30 — Echoes of Fear #3 (of 4), Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #3 Nov. 6 _ Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #4 Nov. 1
Wed, September 04, 2024
Episode #412 -- Let It Down
This is quite a week for masterful storytelling in Star Wars comics, with The High Republic Adventures Phase III Crash and Burn delivering a juggernaut of a story that meshes splendidly with events in The High Republic Adventures. In Echoes of Fear #1 (of 4) , Sith legend and lore mix with The High Republic-era Jedi as mystery deepens in the hunt to ward off the Nameless. Finally, in Marvel's The Acolyte -- Kelnacca #1 one-shot, a somber yet stirring story about the Wookiee master unfolds with care and grace, providing the perfect example of a comic expanding the lore of a story borne from the moving image. Comics Discussed This Week: Crash and Burn #1 One-Shot (7:45) Echoes of Fear #1 (of 4) (17:13) The Acolyte -- Kelnacca #1 One-Shot (24:20) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #2 (of 4) Jango Fett #3 (of 4) News: Unlettered preview pages from Oct. 2's The Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #1 (of 4) are on the Facebook page. The TPB collecting the four-issue Echoes of Fear mini-series is set for release on March 25. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Sept. 10 _ Darth Vader, Vol. 9 “Rise of the Schism Imperial” TPB (Collects 42-47, material from the 2024 Free Comic Book Day and Revelations (2023) #1); Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion Vol. 6 Sept. 11 _ Star Wars #50, Inquisitors #3 (of 4) Sept. 17 _ Star Wars: Thrawn Alliances TPB (Collects 1-4) Sept. 18 _ Darth Vader #50 , The High Republic Adventures Phase III #10 Sept. 25 _ Ahsoka #3 Oct. 2 _ The Battle of Jakku: Insurgency Rising #1 (of 4), Inquisitors #4 (of 4) Oct. 8 _ Star Wars: Vader's Castle The Deluxe Library Collection (Collects Tales From Vader's Castle, Return to Vader's Castle, Shadow of Vader's Castle, Ghosts of Vader's Castle and 2019 FCBD Issue story "Droid Hunters”) Oct. 9 _ Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #1 (of 4), Ewoks #1 (of 4), Ahsoka #4 (of 8), Echoes of Fear #2 (of 4), Saber for Hire #4 (of 4) Oct. 16 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #11, Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #2 Oct. 29 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 8 Oct. 30 — Echoes of Fear #3 (of 4), Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #3 Nov. 6 _ Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #4 Nov. 12 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Original Marvel Years — Droids & Ewoks; Star Wars: The High Republic Phase II — Quest of the Jedi Omnibus; The Prequel Trilogy Graphic Novel Nov. 13 _ Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #2, Echoes of Fear #3 (of 4), The HIgh Republic Adventures Phase III #12 Nov. 19 _ The High Republic Phase III Vol. 2, “The Hunted” TPB (
Wed, August 28, 2024
Episode #411 -- Adventure of a Lifetime
Just one Star Wars comic is out this week and it's the very solid adaptation of Star Wars: Ahsoka episode No. 2. Though there's no behind-the-scenes peeks or added detail, the issue is, as adaptations, go, top notch from start to finish. Comics Discussed This Week: Ahsoka #2 (of 8) (6:45) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Star Wars (Vol. 3) #46 News: Marvel's November Star Wars comics solicits were released last week. The immediate takeaway? Doctor Aphra returns in Battle of Jakku: Republic Under Seige #2 (of 4). Dark Horse will publish a one-shot The High Republic Adventures Phase III Wedding Spectacular that focuses on the matrimony of Lula and Zeen. It's got three great covers, all of which can be found on our Facebook page. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Sept. 3 _ Star Wars, Vol. 8 “The Sith and the Skywalker” TPB (Collects 42-45, material from Revelations (2023) #1 and Free Comic Book Day 2024: Star Wars) Sept. 4 _ The Acolyte — Kelnacca #1, Echoes of Fear #1 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures Phase III — Crash and Burn One-Shot Sept. 10 _ Darth Vader, Vol. 9 “Rise of the Schism Imperial” TPB (Collects 42-45, The Phantom Menace 25th Anniversary Special and material from Revelations (2023) #1); Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion Vol. 6 Sept. 11 _ Star Wars #50, Inquisitors #3 (of 4) Sept. 17 _ Star Wars: Thrawn Alliances TPB (Collects 1-4) Sept. 18 _ Darth Vader #50 , Saber for Hire #4 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #10 Sept. 25 _ Ahsoka #3 Oct. 2 _ The Battle of Jakku: Insurgency Rising #1 (of 4), Inquisitors #4 (of 4) Oct. 8 _ Star Wars: Vader's Castle The Deluxe Library Collection (Collects Tales From Vader's Castle, Return to Vader's Castle, Shadow of Vader's Castle, Ghosts of Vader's Castle and 2019 FCBD Issue story "Droid Hunters”) Oct. 9 _ Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #1 (of 4), Ewoks #1 (of 4), Ahsoka #4 (of 8), Echoes of Fear #2 (of 4), Saber for Hire #4 (of 4) Oct. 16 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #11, Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #2 Oct. 29 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 8 Oct. 30 — Echoes of Fear #3 (of 4), Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #3 Nov. 6 _ Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #4 Nov. 12 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Original Marvel Years — Droids & Ewoks; Star Wars: The High Republic Phase II — Quest of the Jedi Omnibus; The Prequel Trilogy Graphic Novel Nov. 13 _ Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #2, Echoes of Fear #3 (of 4), The HIgh Republic Adventures Phase III #12 Nov. 19 _ The High Republic Phase III Vol. 2, “The Hunted” TPB (Collects 5-8, Star Wars: The Acolyte #1)
Wed, August 21, 2024
Episode 410 - I Won't Back Down
The Tarkin name looms large in this week's Star Wars comics, with Wilhuff's long-dead ancestors playing a central role in The High Republic Adventures Phase III #9 as the Nihil envelope Eriadu. In Star Wars (Vol. 3) #49 , Zhara seeks redemption by following her mentor as Leia Organa reaffirms her steadfast resolve to not only see the Rebellion onto victory, but to ensure those involved don't lose themselves in the fight to come. Comics Discussed This Week: The High Republic Adventures Phase III #9 (6:20) Star Wars (Vol. 3) #49 (24:42) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Mace Windu #4 (of 4) News: Via AiPT Comics is a six-page, unlettered preview of Sept. 18's Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #50, the final issue of the series. ( https://aiptcomics.com/.../exclusive-marvel-first-look.../ ) The Acolyte is reporting not being renewed for a second season. It'd be nice if we got a comics series (mini or maxi) detailing what happened after the final episode. November solicits are due out later this week. Check the Facebook and Twitter feeds for them. Marc Guggenheim, in his latest LegalDispatch ( https://marcguggenheim.substack.com/ ) says he's turned in the script for the third issue of the as-yet unnannounced Star Wars comic series he's writing. He calls it "easily the craziest" Star Wars story he's done, even the "craziest comic book script" he's ever written. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Aug. 27 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III Vol. 1 TPB (Collects 1-5) Aug. 28 _ Ahsoka #2 (of 8) Sept. 3 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion Vol. 6; Star Wars, Vol. 8 “The Sith and the Skywalker” TPB (Collects 42-45, material from Revelations (2023) #1 and Free Comic Book Day 2024: Star Wars) Sept. 4 _ The Acolyte — Kelnacca #1, Echoes of Fear #1 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures Phase III — Crash and Burn One-Shot Sept. 10 _
Wed, August 14, 2024
Episode #409 -- Take the Power Back
The third volume of Darth Vader nears its conclusion with #49 setting the stage for Luke's latest confrontation with Darth Vader as Sith and Jedi and Empire and Rebellion seemingly align for a common goal. Comics Discussed This Week: Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #49 (13:28) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #46 The High Republic Phase III #7 (Of 10) News: Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #50 features a backup story by Greg Pak and Luke Ross that ponders Leia joining the dark side. Derrick Chew's cover (also in a virgin dress) ponders that notion. The issue is due out Sept. 18. The four-issue Darth Maul: Black, White & Red will get a treasury edition release on May 6. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Aug. 20 _ Mace Windu TPB (Collects 1-4, Story from Revelations (2023) Aug. 21 _ Star Wars #49, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #9, Ahsoka #1 (2nd Printing) Aug. 27 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III Vol. 1 TPB (Collects 1-5) Aug. 28 _ Ahsoka #2 (of 8) Sept. 3 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion Vol. 6; Star Wars, Vol. 8 “The Sith and the Skywalker” TPB (Collects 42-45, material from Revelations (2023) #1 and Free Comic Book Day 2024: Star Wars) Sept. 4 _ The Acolyte — Kelnacca #1, Echoes of Fear #1 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures Phase III — Crash and Burn One-Shot Sept. 10 _ Darth Vader, Vol. 9 “Rise of the Schism Imperial” TPB (Collects 42-45, The Phantom Menace 25th Anniversary Special and material from Revelations (2023) #1) Sept. 11 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #10, Star Wars #50, Inquisitors #3 (of 4) Sept. 17 _ Star Wars: Thrawn Alliances TPB (Collects 1-4) Sept. 18 _ Darth Vader #50 , Saber for Hire #4 (of 4) Sept. 25 _ Ahsoka #3 Oct. 2 _ The Battle of Jakku: Insurgency Rising #1 (of 4), Inquisitors #4 (of 4) Oct. 8 _ Star Wars: Vader's Castle The Deluxe Library Collection (Collects Tales From Vader's Castle, Return to Vader's Castle, Shadow of Vader's Castle, Ghosts of Vader's Castle and 2019 FCBD Issue story "Droid Hunters”) Oct. 9 _ Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone #1 (of 4), Ewoks #1 (of 4), Ahsoka #4 (of 8), Echoes of Fear #2 (of 4) Oct. 16 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #11, Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #2 Oct. 29 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 8 Oct. 30 — Echoes of Fear #3 (of 4), Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #3 Nov. 6 _ Battle of Jakku -- Insurgency Rising #4 Nov. 12 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Original Marvel Years — Droids & Ewoks; Star Wars: The High Republic Phase II — Quest of the Jedi Omnibus; The Prequel Trilogy Graphic Novel
Wed, August 07, 2024
Episode 408 -- Put the Message in the Box
Three new Star Wars comics are out today and we've got them all broken down, page by page, with some piercing analysis. Or do we? Proposals are made in The High Republic Adventures Phase III #8 from Dark Horse, while in Inquisitors #2 , Fifth Brother and Tensu Run square off. Marvel's The HIgh Republic Phase III comes to a temporary end with issue #10, but it returns in February, picking up where this one concludes. Comics Discussed This Week: The High Republic Adventures Phase III #8 (5:35) Inquisitors #2 (of 4) (16:20) The High Republic Phase III #10 (of 10) (29:24) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: The Phantom Menace 25th Anniversary Special One-Shot News: Marvel to release Star Wars Legends The Rebellion Omnibus Vol. 3 on June 17. Check the Facebook page or Twitter feed for a peek at unlettered but fully illustrated pages from Sept. 4's The Acolyte -- Kelnacca one shot. Star Wars Modern Era Epic Collection: Yoda's Secret War is due out June 22. It collects Star Wars (Vol. 1) 15-30 and annuals 1 and 2. Darth Maul: Black, White & Red will get a treasury edition release on May 6. Ewoks TPB, collecting the four-issue mini-series, is due out April 25. Near Mint Condition brings word that Crimson Reign will be collected in an omnibus that's due out in April. It'll collect the five-issue mini-series, Star Wars 19-25, Bounty Hunters 18-24, Darth Vader 18-24 and Doctor Aphra 16-21. We figure that Hidden Empire will get a similar treatment. The new printing of Marvel's Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 is due out March 18. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Aug. 13 _ The High Republic: The Edge of Balance Vol. 3 Aug. 14 _ Darth Vader #49 Aug. 20 _ Mace Windu TPB (Collects 1-4, Story from Revelations (2023) Aug. 21 _ Star Wars #49, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #9, Ahsoka #1 (2nd Printing) Aug. 27 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III Vol. 1 TPB (Collects 1-5) Aug. 28 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III — Crash and Burn One-Shot, Ahsoka #2 (of 8) Sept. 3 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion Vol. 6; Star Wars, Vol. 8 “The Sith and the Skywalker” TPB (Collects 42-45, material from Revelations (2023) #1 and Free Comic Book Day 2024: Star Wars) Sept. 4 _ The Acolyte — Kelnacca #1, Echoes of Fear #1 (of 4) Sept. 10 _ Darth Vader, Vol. 9 “Rise of the Schism Imperial” TPB (Collects 42-45, The Phantom Menace 25th Anniversary Special and material from Revelations (2023) #1) Sept. 11 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #10, Star Wars #50, Inquisitors #3 (of 4) Sept. 17 _ Star Wars: Thrawn Alliances TPB (Collects 1-4) Sept. 18 _ Darth Vade
Wed, July 31, 2024
Episode #407 -- Tea for One
When a Sith apprentice comes to your tourist-trap town, it's best to give them a wide berth and let them find their balance, while offering them an abundance of peace and quiet. To do otherwise is folly, as Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #4 explains in explicit details. Comics Discussed This Week: Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #4 (of 4) (13:42) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4) Jango Fett #2 (of 4) News: The High Republic Phase III returns to Marvel in February in a new series written by Cavan Scott with art by Marika Cresta. Dubbed "Fear of the Jedi," the teaser art features Sskeer, Keeve Trennis, Tey Sirrek, Lourna Dee, Orbalin and Kelnacca from The Acolyte TV show. Check the Facebook page or Twitter feed for a peek at unlettered but fully illustrated pages from Sept. 4's The Acolyte -- Kelnacca one shot. Marc Guggenheim, in his LegalDispatch newsletter, says he's completed the second issue of the Star Wars comics series he's writing. Charles Soule, in his newsletter, says Star Wars #50, due out Sept. 11, is his "love letter" to Star Wars. He also says he's about to write another "love letter to Star Wars comics" next week. Near Mint Condition brings word that Crimson Reign will be collected in an omnibus that's due out in April. It'll collect the five-issue mini-series, Star Wars 19-25, Bounty Hunters 18-24, Darth Vader 18-24 and Doctor Aphra 16-21. We figure that Hidden Empire will get a similar treatment, as will Dark Droids. The 2nd printings for Inquisitors #1 have been seemingly canceled. Saber for Hire #4 (of 4) has been delated to Sept. 18 from Aug. 21, while Echoes of Fear #2 (of 4) has been pushed to Oct. 9 from Sept. 25. Dark Horse's November "The Prequel Trilogy" graphic novel will feature the adaptations of tose three films that were already published by Disney. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Aug. 7 _ Inquisitors #2 (of 4), The High Republic Phase III #10, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #8 Aug. 13 _ The High Republic: The Edge of Balance Vol. 3 Aug. 14 _ Darth Vader #49 Aug. 20 _ Mace Windu TPB (Collects 1-4, Story from Revelations (2023) Aug. 21 _ Star Wars #49, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #9, Ahsoka #1 (2nd Printing) Aug. 27 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III Vol. 1 TPB (Collects 1-5) Aug. 28 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III — Crash and Burn One-Shot, Ahsoka #2 (of 8) Sept. 3 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion Vol. 6; Star Wars, Vol. 8 “The Sith and the Skywalker” TPB (Collects 42-45, material from Revelations (2023) #1 and Free Comic Book Day 2024: Star Wars) Sept. 4 _ The Acolyte — Kelnacca #1, Echoes of Fea
Wed, July 24, 2024
Episode #406 -- Harden My Heart
Luke is tested by Sabé in Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #48 while Vader is tested by the architect of the Schism Imperial as a showdown between father and soon is seemingly stalled. Comics Discussed This Week: Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #48 (16:50) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Mace Windu #3 (of 4) News: Starting in October, Marvel will three separate four-issue mini-series that centers around the battle of Jakku, with each series -- Insurgency Rising (1-4), Republic Under Siege (1-4) and Last Stand (1-4) -- coming out almost weekly through the end of December. It starts Oct. 2. Marvel will launch a four-issue Star Wars: Ewoks mini-series Oct. 9 by Steve Orlando, Álvaro López & Laura Braga. It's set after the events of the Return of the Jedi and promises not a caravan of courage but a caravan of carnage. The SDCC Lucasfilm panel is set for July 25 at 4:15-5:15 p.m. Pacific daylight time at SDCC. Guests include Justina Ireland, Tessa Gratton and Cavan Scott, so far, and it will be moderated by Patton Oswalt. Later that same day, per SDCC, from 5:45-6:45 p.m., there is a The High Republic authors signing event featuring Ireland, Scott, Gratton, Alyssa Wong, Zoraida Córdova. If you're headed to SDCC this month, know now that Dark Horse Comics will feature Star Wars comics creators Cecil Castellucci, Cavan Scott, George Mann, Harvey Tolibao and Fico Ossio at its booth (#2615) on Friday, July 26 from 5-5:50 p.m. Pacific time for signings. The 2nd printings for Inquisitors #1 have been canceled. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: July 30 _ Star Wars Modern Era Epic Collection: Skywalker Strikes (Collects Star Wars (2015) 1-14, 1 Director's Cut, Vader Down 1, Darth Vader 13-15); Star Wars Legends: Tales of the Jedi omnibus. (Collects Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Force Storm 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Prisoner of Bogan 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Force War 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi 0, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Golden Age of the Sith 0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Fall of the Sith Empire 1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi 1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Freedon Nadd Uprising 1-2, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - Dark Lords of the Sith 1-6, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Sith War 1-6, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - Redemption 1-5, material from Star Wars Tales 23 and Dark Horse Comics 7-9) July 31 _ Darth Maul: Black, White and Red #4 (of 4) Aug. 7 _ Inquisitors #2 (of 4), The High Republic Phase III #10, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #8 Aug. 13 _ The High Republic: The Edge of Balance Vol. 3 Aug. 14 _ Darth Vader #49 Aug. 20 _ Mace Windu TPB (Collects 1-4, Story from Revelations (2023) Aug. 21 _ Star Wars #49, The High Republic Adventur
Wed, July 17, 2024
Episode #405 -- Explosions
The weight of an entire galaxy brings its crushing weight upon the shoulders of "Princess Senator General Leia Organa of Alderaan" in Star Wars (Vol. 3) #48 , yet it's the memories of home -- its people and places -- that offers hope as longtime friends arrive to help alieve the burden, along with a nemesis from the past. Comics Discussed This Week: Star Wars (Vol. 3) #48 (10:10) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #45 The High Republic Phase III #6 (of 10) Thrawn Alliances #4 (of 4) News: The SDCC Lucasfilm panel is set for July 25 at 4:15-5:15 p.m. Pacific daylight time at SDCC. Guests include Justina Ireland, Tessa Gratton and Cavan Scott, so far, and it will be moderated by Patton Oswalt. Later that same day, per SDCC, from 5:45-6:45 p.m., there is a The High Republic authors signing event featuring Ireland, Scott, Gratton, Alyssa Wong, Zoraida Córdova. Ahsoka #1 and Inquisitors #1 are getting 2nd printings due out Aug. 21. If you're headed to SDCC this month, know now that Dark Horse Comics will feature Star Wars comics creators Cecil Castellucci, Cavan Scott, George Mann, Harvey Tolibao and Fico Ossio at its booth (#2615) on Friday, July 26 from 5-5:50 p.m. Pacific time for signings. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: July 24 _ Darth Vader #48 July 30 _ Star Wars Modern Era Epic Collection: Skywalker Strikes (Collects Star Wars (2015) 1-14, 1 Director's Cut, Vader Down 1, Darth Vader 13-15); Star Wars Legends: Tales of the Jedi omnibus. (Collects Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Force Storm 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Prisoner of Bogan 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Force War 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi 0, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Golden Age of the Sith 0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Fall of the Sith Empire 1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi 1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Freedon Nadd Uprising 1-2, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - Dark Lords of the Sith 1-6, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Sith War 1-6, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - Redemption 1-5, material from Star Wars Tales 23 and Dark Horse Comics 7-9) July 31 _ Darth Maul: Black, White and Red #4 (of 4) Aug. 7 _ Inquisitors #2 (of 4), The High Republic Phase III #10, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #8 Aug. 13 _ The High Republic: The Edge of Balance Vol. 3 Aug. 14 _ Darth Vader #49 Aug. 20 _ Mace Windu TPB (Collects 1-4, Story from Revelations (2023) Aug. 21 _ Star Wars #49, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #9, Saber for Hire #4 (of 4), Ahsoka #1 (2nd Printing), Inquisitors #1 (2nd Printing) Aug. 27 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III Vol. 1 TPB (Collects 1-5) Aug. 28 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase
Wed, July 10, 2024
Episode #404 -- A Song for Jeffrey
Rodney Barnes returns to Star Wars comics with his second series this year, adaptating the Ahoska Disney+ TV show. Though it, like the prior Mandalorian and Obi-Wan Kenobi adaptations, is a word-for-word telling of the series, the artwork by Steven Cummings, Wayne Faucher and Rachelle Rosenberg and letters by VC's Travis Lanham makes this issue, indeed this eight-issue mini-series, worth having. Zeen and Lula come to a momentous decision, albeit independently of one another, in The High Republic Adventures Phase III #7 by Daniel José Older, Harvey Tolibao, Le Beau Underwood and Elisabetta D'Amico, Michael Atiyeh and Comicraft's Tyler Smith and Jimmy Betancourt. Readers are also treated to a new member of the Tarkin (yes, that Tarkin) family as Krix Kamerat takes a major gamble. Comics Discussed This Week: Ahsoka #1 (5:39) The High Republic Adventures Phase III #7 (10:28) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Star Wars (Vol. 3) #48 News: In his latest LegalDispatch (subscribe here: https://marcguggenheim.substack.com ), Marc Guggenheim says he's working on "a script for a new Star Wars comic ..." but adds it's not the Rik Duel gang, though they will have their day, eventually. In his latest newsletter, Charles Soule says Star Wars (Vol. 3) #50, due out Sept. 11, is structured "like its own graphic novel" and broken into chapters. He also be doing more Star Wars after the issue and the "Trials of the Jedi" novel. Dark Horse Comics' The High Republic Adventures -- Echoes of Fear #1 (of 4) is now due out Sept. 4 instead of Aug. 21. There are early peeks at Inquisitors #2 and #3 on the Facebook page . Ahsoka #1 and Inquisitors #1 are getting 2nd printings due out Aug. 21. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: July 16 _ Star Wars Legends: The Thrawn Trilogy TPB July 17 _ Star Wars #48 July 24 _ Darth Vader #48 July 30 _ Star Wars Modern Era Epic Collection: Skywalker Strikes (Collects Star Wars (2015) 1-14, 1 Director's Cut, Vader Down 1, Darth Vader 13-15); Star Wars Legends: Tales of the Jedi omnibus. (Collects Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Force Storm 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Prisoner of Bogan 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Force War 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi 0, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Golden Age of the Sith 0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Fall of the Sith Empire 1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi 1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Freedon Nadd Uprising 1-2, Star Wars:
Wed, July 03, 2024
Episode #403 -- Wolf and Raven
Rodney Barnes is back in Star Wars, with free rein to script the Inquisitors story and the result after the first issue is stupendous. The issue also features the return of artist Ramon Rosanas and he has been very much missed. What follows is a look inside the Grand Inquisitor and what is to come, not to mention a plethora of new Jedi. In the penultimate issue of Marvel's The High Republic Phase III , Cavan Scott again proves he's not worried about readers' attachment to fan-favorite characters. The issue has many twists and turns but they all point to a cataclysmic conclusion in issue #10. Comics Discussed This Week: Inquisitors #1 (of 4) (11:49) The High Republic Phase III #9 (of 10) (31:15) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Obi-Wan Kenobi #6 (of 6) News: The Age of Resistance -- Kylo Ren one-shot is getting a reprint as part of Marvel's "Trick or Read" free comics this October. Checkout the fan-made High Republic Comic "Enemy Within." You'll be glad you did. In his latest Substack, Daniel José Older proffers a panel from The High Republic Adventures Phase III #7, due out July 10, by Harvey Tolibao and colors by Michael Atiyeh, featuring sweet Aloxian baby Zint and brand new very old Tarkin. First Dark Horse on its Star Wars High Republic titles, and now Marvel, too. The Acolyte branding game is robust as the comics feature that show's logo and the words: "A century before ..." Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: July 10 _ Ahsoka #1 (of 8), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #7 July 16 _ Star Wars Legends: The Thrawn Trilogy TPB July 17 _ Star Wars #48 July 24 _ Darth Vader #48 July 30 _ Star Wars Modern Era Epic Collection: Skywalker Strikes (Collects Star Wars (2015) 1-14, 1 Director's Cut, Vader Down 1, Darth Vader 13-15); Star Wars Legends: Tales of the Jedi omnibus. (Collects Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Force Storm 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Prisoner of Bogan 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Force War 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi 0, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Golden Age of the Sith 0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Fall of the Sith Empire 1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi 1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Freedon Nadd Uprising 1-2, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - Dark Lords of the Sith 1-6, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Sith War 1-6, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - Redemption 1-5, material from Star Wars Tales 23 and Dark Horse Comics 7-9) July 31 _ Darth Maul: Black, White and Red #4 (of 4) Aug. 7 _ Inquisitors #2 (of 4), The High Republic Phase III #10, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #8 Aug. 13 _ The High
Wed, June 26, 2024
Episode #402 -- The Candy Man
Ty Yorrick is picking up enough sidekicks to form her own Jedi Order, while Drewen realizes he may have bitten off quite a bit more than he can chew as Dark Horse's The High Republic Adventures -- Saber for Hire #3 sets the mini-series up for its conclusion. In Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #3 , Maul appears to be questioning not his devotion to the Sith and the Dark Side, but Palpatine's people skills. Comics Discussed This Week: Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #3 (of 4) (12:12) Saber for Hire #3 (of 4) (20:18) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Jango Fett #1 (of 4) Thrawn Alliances #3 (of 4) Star Wars Visions: Takashi Okazaki #1 News: Star Wars and Darth Vader will both end at #50 in September; Marvel promises a new batch of stories somewhere different. What might those be? September and October solicits for Marvel and Dark Horse are out and The High Republic Adventures Phase III is going past 10 issues as an ongoing series. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: July 2_ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: The Jabba Tape; Heir to the Empire 1-6, Dark Force Rising 1-6, The Last Command 1-6. Dark Empire 1-6, Dark Empire II 1-6), Empire's End 1-2, Boba Fett -- Twin Engines of Destruction, Bounty on Bar-Kooda, When the Fat Lady Swings, Murder Most Foul and Agent of Doom, Star Wars Handbook 3 and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3-5, 10, 14, 20 and 22); Hyperspace Stories Vol. 3 TPB "Light and Shadow" (Collects 9-12); Star Wars Legends: The Rebellion, Vol. 2 Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: River of Chaos (1995) 1-4; Star Wars: Empire (2002) 28-40; Star Wars: Rebellion (2006) 1-16; Star Wars: Boba Fett – Overkill (2006) 1; Star Wars: Boba Fett (1997) 1/2; Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind’s Eye (1995) 1-4; material from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic/Rebellion (2006) 0; Star Wars Tales (1999) 3, 15, 17, 21) July 3 _ Inquisitors #1 (of 4), The High Republic Phase III #9 July 10 _ Ahsoka #1 (of 8), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #7 July 16 _ Star Wars Legends: The Thrawn Trilogy TPB July 17 _ Star Wars #48 July 24 _ Darth Vader #48 July 30 _ Star Wars Modern Era Epic Collection: Skywalker Strikes (Collects Star Wars (2015) 1-14, 1 Director's Cut, Vader Down 1, Darth Vader 13-15); Star Wars Legends: Tales of the Jedi omnibus. (Collects Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Force Storm 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Prisoner of Bogan 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Force War 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi 0, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Golden Age of the Sith 0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Fall of the Sith Empire 1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi 1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Freedon Nadd Uprising 1-2, S
Wed, June 19, 2024
Episode #401 -- Diamond Dogs
Fights are fought, plans come together and plots are revealed in Jango Fett #4 (of 4), as the mini-series sticks the landing while auguring more tales to come and revealing the first instances of Palpatine's plot to discredit Chancellor Valorum. Comics Discussed This Week: Jango Fett #4 (of 4) (5:29) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #44 News: September solicits are due out this week from Marvel, while Dark Horse will have its October solicits. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: June 26 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #3 (of 4), Saber for Hire #3 (of 4), July 2 _ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: The Jabba Tape; Heir to the Empire 1-6, Dark Force Rising 1-6, The Last Command 1-6. Dark Empire 1-6, Dark Empire II 1-6), Empire's End 1-2, Boba Fett -- Twin Engines of Destruction, Bounty on Bar-Kooda, When the Fat Lady Swings, Murder Most Foul and Agent of Doom, Star Wars Handbook 3 and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3-5, 10, 14, 20 and 22); Hyperspace Stories Vol. 3 TPB "Light and Shadow" (Collects 9-12); Star Wars Legends: The Rebellion, Vol. 2 Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: River of Chaos (1995) 1-4; Star Wars: Empire (2002) 28-40; Star Wars: Rebellion (2006) 1-16; Star Wars: Boba Fett – Overkill (2006) 1; Star Wars: Boba Fett (1997) 1/2; Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind’s Eye (1995) 1-4; material from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic/Rebellion (2006) 0; Star Wars Tales (1999) 3, 15, 17, 21) July 3 _ Inquisitors #1 (of 4), The High Republic Phase III #9 July 10 _ Ahsoka #1 (of 8), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #7 July 16 _ Star Wars Legends: The Thrawn Trilogy TPB July 17 _ Star Wars #48 July 24 _ Saber for Hire #4 (of 4), Darth Vader #48, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #8, July 30 _ Star Wars Modern Era Epic Collection: Skywalker Strikes (Collects Star Wars (2015) 1-14, 1 Director's Cut, Vader Down 1, Darth Vader 13-15); Star Wars Legends: Tales of the Jedi omnibus. (Collects Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Force Storm 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Prisoner of Bogan 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Force War 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi 0, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Golden Age of the Sith 0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Fall of the Sith Empire 1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi 1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Freedon Nadd Uprising 1-2, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - Dark Lords of the Sith 1-6, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Sith War 1-6, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - Redemption 1-5, material from Star Wars Tales 23 and Dark Horse Comics 7-9) July 31 _ Darth Maul: Black, White and Red #4 (of 4) Aug. 7 _ Inquisitors #2 (of 4), The High Republic Phase III #10<br /
Wed, June 12, 2024
Episode #400 -- Call Of Ktulu
Nine years to the day we released the first episode of this podcast, we've reached the fabled No. 400 and drill down deep into Marvel's Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #47 as Luke Skywalker feels his father's looming presence and encounters one who knew his parents. Comics Discussed This Week: Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #47 (5:29) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Star Wars (Vol. 3) #44 News: Not only is this our 400th episode (well, technically, it's our 407th) it's also the ninth anniversary of our very first episode, which debuted on June 12, 2015. (Yay us.) Marvel will reprint the Star Wars Legends The Old Republic Omnibus, Vol. 1 in March 2025, Near Mint Condition has reported. In his latest Sketchbooks & Scratchpads artist profile, The High Republic Adventures writer Daniel José Older interviews artist Harvey Tolibao. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: June 18 _ Hyperspace Stories Vol. 3 TPB "Light and Shadow" (Collects 9-12), Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 1 (New Printing) June 19 _ Jango Fett #4 (of 4) June 26 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #3 (of 4), Saber for Hire #3 (of 4), July 2 _ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: The Jabba Tape; Heir to the Empire 1-6, Dark Force Rising 1-6, The Last Command 1-6. Dark Empire 1-6, Dark Empire II 1-6), Empire's End 1-2, Boba Fett -- Twin Engines of Destruction, Bounty on Bar-Kooda, When the Fat Lady Swings, Murder Most Foul and Agent of Doom, Star Wars Handbook 3 and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3-5, 10, 14, 20 and 22); Hyperspace Stories Vol. 3 TPB "Light and Shadow" (Collects 9-12); Star Wars Legends: The Rebellion, Vol. 2 Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: River of Chaos (1995) 1-4; Star Wars: Empire (2002) 28-40; Star Wars: Rebellion (2006) 1-16; Star Wars: Boba Fett – Overkill (2006) 1; Star Wars: Boba Fett (1997) 1/2; Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind’s Eye (1995) 1-4; material from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic/Rebellion (2006) 0; Star Wars Tales (1999) 3, 15, 17, 21) July 3 _ Inquisitors #1 (of 4), The High Republic Phase III #9 July 10 _ Ahsoka #1 (of 8), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #7 July 16 _ Star Wars Legends: The Thrawn Trilogy TPB July 17 _ Star Wars #48 July 24 _ Saber for Hire #4 (of 4), Darth Vader #48, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #8, July 30 _ Star Wars Modern Era Epic Collection: Skywalker Strikes (Collects Star Wars (2015) 1-14, 1 Director's Cut, Vader Down 1, Darth Vader 13-15); Star Wars Legends: Tales of the Jedi omnibus. (Collects Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Force Storm 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Prisoner of Bogan 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Force War 1-5, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi 0, Star Wars:
Wed, June 05, 2024
Episode #399 -- Down In It
The trial of Lando Calrissian comes to its conclusion, amid some heartfelt testimony and, dare we say it, potential clues to the next volume of the flagship Star Wars title in issue #47. In The High Republic Phase III #8 , seeds are planted for what's likely to be a wildly chaotic conclusion to the 10-issue maxi-series. Comics Discussed This Week: The High Republic Phase III #8 (11:59) Star Wars (Vol. 3) #47 (29:31) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Thrawn Alliances #2 News: That Star Wars: The Acolyte one-shot we mentioned before? It's Kelnacca and will be written by Cavan Scott with art by Marika Cresta and due out Sept. 4. Full details when September's solicits come out in a couple of weeks. Scores of retailer-exclusive variants are being revealed for the first Ahsoka #1, due out July 10. The Acolyte debuted this week on Disney+ (but you probably already knew that). Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: THIS WEEK June 11 _ The High Republic Phase III Vol. 1 “Children of the Storm” TPB (Collects 1-4, Material from 2023’s Revelations One-Shot), Obi-Wan Kenobi Adaptation TPB (Collects 1-6); Star Wars Legends: The Rebellion Omnibus, Vol. 2 June 12 _ Darth Vader #47 NEXT WEEK June 18 _ Hyperspace Stories Vol. 3 TPB "Light and Shadow" (Collects 9-12), Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 1 (New Printing) June 19 _ Jango Fett #4 (of 4) UPCOMING June 26 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #3 (of 4), Saber for Hire #3 (of 4), July 2 _ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: The Jabba Tape; Heir to the Empire 1-6, Dark Force Rising 1-6, The Last Command 1-6. Dark Empire 1-6, Dark Empire II 1-6), Empire's End 1-2, Boba Fett -- Twin Engines of Destruction, Bounty on Bar-Kooda, When the Fat Lady Swings, Murder Most Foul and Agent of Doom, Star Wars Handbook 3 and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3-5, 10, 14, 20 and 22); Hyperspace Stories Vol. 3 TPB "Light and Shadow" (Collects 9-12); Star Wars Legends: The Rebellion, Vol. 2 Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: River of Chaos (1995) 1-4; Star Wars: Empire (2002) 28-40; Star Wars: Rebellion (2006) 1-16; Star Wars: Boba Fett – Overkill (2006) 1; Star Wars: Boba Fett (1997) 1/2; Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind’s Eye (1995) 1-4; material from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic/Rebellion (2006) 0; Star Wars Tales (1999) 3, 15, 17, 21) July 3 _ Inquisitors #1 (of 4) July 10 _ Ahsoka #1 (of 8), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #7 July 16 _ Star Wars Legends: The Thrawn Trilogy TPB July 17 _ Star Wars #48 July 24 _ Saber for Hire #4 (of 4), Darth Vader #48, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #8, July 30 _ Star
Wed, May 29, 2024
Episode #398 -- Walk Unafraid
Four books are out this week, including the return of a character from the Bounty Hunters series in Jango Fett #3 , while The High Republic features a double dose of stories -- Saber for Hire #2 and The High Republic Adventures #6 -- and Darth Maul contends with another Palpatine-decreed threat (or is it?) in Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #2 . Comics Discussed This Week: Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #2 (of 4) (6:31) Jango Fett #3 (of 4) (17:38) Saber for Hire #2 (of 4) (34:17) The High Republic Adventures Phase III #6 (52:57) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Star Wars (Vol. 3) #43 The High Republic Phase III #4 and 5 News: The TPBs for Obi-Wan Kenobi, Hyperspace Stories, Vol. 3 and The High Republic Phase III Vol. are all due out June 11. Traversing the Stars has an interview with writer Ethan Sacks about the Jango Fett mini-series and more. August solicits from Marvel reveal a light month, with no reveal of The Acolyte one-shot or the expected Doctor Aphra outing. The High Republic Phase III ends with #10. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: June 5 _ Star Wars #47, The High Republic Phase III #8, Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4) 2nd Printing June 11 _ The High Republic Phase III Vol. 1 “Children of the Storm” TPB (Collects 1-4, Material from 2023’s Revelations One-Shot), Obi-Wan Kenobi Adaptation TPB (Collects 1-6) June 12 _ Darth Vader #47 June 18 _ Hyperspace Stories Vol. 3 TPB "Light and Shadow" (Collects 9-12) June 19 _ Jango Fett #4 (of 4) June 26 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #3 (of 4), Saber for Hire #3 (of 4), July 2_ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: The Jabba Tape; Heir to the Empire 1-6, Dark Force Rising 1-6, The Last Command 1-6. Dark Empire 1-6, Dark Empire II 1-6), Empire's End 1-2, Boba Fett -- Twin Engines of Destruction, Bounty on Bar-Kooda, When the Fat Lady Swings, Murder Most Foul and Agent of Doom, Star Wars Handbook 3 and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3-5, 10, 14, 20 and 22); Star Wars Legends: The Rebellion, Vol. 2 Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: River of Chaos (1995) 1-4; Star Wars: Empire (2002) 28-40; Star Wars: Rebellion (2006) 1-16; Star Wars: Boba Fett – Overkill (2006) 1; Star Wars: Boba Fett (1997) 1/2; Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind’s Eye (1995) 1-4; material from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic/Rebellion (2006) 0; Star Wars Tales (1999) 3, 15, 17, 21) July 3 _ Inquisitors #1 (of 4) July 10 _ Ahsoka #1 (of 8), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #7 July 16 _ Star Wars Legends: The Thrawn Trilogy TPB July 17 _
Wed, May 22, 2024
Episode #397 -- Renegade
Lando reaches a pivotal point in not just his court martial, but his thinking as readers are treated to a new look at the steely determination of Mon Mothma in Star Wars (Vol. 3) #46 . Comics Discussed This Week: Star Wars #46 (10:11) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #43 News: Some slight delays for Dark Horse's Star Wars comics titles. _ Saber for Hire #3 (of 4) now due out June 26, not June 19 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #7 now due out July 10, not June 26 The last four variant covers for Star Wars: Ahsoka #1 feature AKA's virgin variant, the TV variant, the concept-art variant and The Phantom Menace 25th Anniversary by Chris Sprouse, Karl Story and Neeraj Menon. They're all due out July 10. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: May 21 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Knights of the Old Republic 1-18 and material from Kings of the Old Republic/Rebellion 0) May 29 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #2 (of 4), Jango Fett #3 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #6, Saber for Hire #2 (of 4) June 5 _ Star Wars #47, The High Republic Phase III #8, Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4) 2nd Printing June 11 _ The High Republic Phase III Vol. 1 “Children of the Storm” TPB (Collects 1-4, Material from 2023’s Revelations One-Shot), Obi-Wan Kenobi Adaptation TPB (Collects 1-6) June 12 _ Darth Vader #47 June 18 _ June 18 _ Hyperspace Stories Vol. 3 TPB "Light and Shadow" (Collects 9-12) June 19 _ Jango Fett #4 (of 4) June 26 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #3 (of 4), Saber for Hire #3 (of 4), July 2_ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: The Jabba Tape; Heir to the Empire 1-6, Dark Force Rising 1-6, The Last Command 1-6. Dark Empire 1-6, Dark Empire II 1-6), Empire's End 1-2, Boba Fett -- Twin Engines of Destruction, Bounty on Bar-Kooda, When the Fat Lady Swings, Murder Most Foul and Agent of Doom, Star Wars Handbook 3 and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3-5, 10, 14, 20 and 22); Star Wars Legends: The Rebellion, Vol. 2 Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: River of Chaos (1995) 1-4; Star Wars: Empire (2002) 28-40; Star Wars: Rebellion (2006) 1-16; Star Wars: Boba Fett – Overkill (2006) 1; Star Wars: Boba Fett (1997) 1/2; Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind’s Eye (1995) 1-4; material from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic/Rebellion (2006) 0; Star Wars Tales (1999) 3, 15, 17, 21) July 3 _ Inquisitors #1 (of 4) July 10 _ Ahsoka #1 (of 8), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #7 July 16 _ Star Wars Legends: The Thrawn Trilogy TPB July 17 _ Star Wars #48 July 23 _ Star Wars Legends: Tales of the Jedi o
Wed, May 15, 2024
Episode #396 -- Children of the Next Level
The four-issue Mace Windu mini-series comes to a solid conclusion, with what we hope might be the chance for another outing, given the final page of the issue. Comics Discussed This Week: Mace Windu #4 (of 4) (12:55) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Mace Windu #1 (of 4) Obi-Wan Kenobi Adaptation #5 (of 6) News: Dark Horse is set to publish the four-issue The High Republic Adventures -- Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone starting in October. It'll feature stories written by Daniel Jose Older, Alyssa Wong and Cavan Scott. No artists have been announced to date, but Jake Bartok is doing the main cover. Head over to the Facebook page to see four interior pages of art from Star Wars: Inquisitors #1 and 2 by Ramon Rosanas. The first issue's page are colored, but not lettered, while the second issue's pages are neither colored or lettered. The first cover for the Dark Horse-published Echoes of Fear four-issue mini-series, due in August, is out and viewable on the Facebook page and Twitter feed. Just a friendly reminder that Marvel's The Phantom Menace 25th Anniversary variant covers will total 25. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: May 21 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Knights of the Old Republic 1-18 and material from Kings of the Old Republic/Rebellion 0) May 22 _ Star Wars #46 May 29 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #2 (of 4), Jango Fett #3 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #6, Saber for Hire #2 (of 4) June 5 _ Star Wars #47, The High Republic Phase III #8, Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4) 2nd Printing June 12 _ Darth Vader #47 June 19 _ Jango Fett #4 (of 4) June 26 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #3 (of 4), Saber for Hire #3 (of 4), July 2_ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: The Jabba Tape; Heir to the Empire 1-6, Dark Force Rising 1-6, The Last Command 1-6. Dark Empire 1-6, Dark Empire II 1-6), Empire's End 1-2, Boba Fett -- Twin Engines of Destruction, Bounty on Bar-Kooda, When the Fat Lady Swings, Murder Most Foul and Agent of Doom, Star Wars Handbook 3 and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3-5, 10, 14, 20 and 22); Obi-Wan Kenobi Adaptation TPB (Collects 1-6); Hyperspace Stories Vol. 3 TPB "Light and Shadow" (Collects 9-12); The High Republic Phase III TPB, Vol. 1 (Collects 1-4, Star Wars: Revelations One-Shot The High Republic Story); Star Wars Legends: The Rebellion, Vol. 2 Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: River of Chaos (1995) 1-4; Star Wars: Empire (2002) 28-40; Star Wars: Rebellion (2006) 1-16; Star Wars: Boba Fett – Overkill (2006) 1; Star Wars: Boba Fett (1997) 1/2; Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind’s Eye (
Wed, May 08, 2024
Episode #395 -- The Scientist
In The High Republic Phase III #7 , Keeve Trennis comes to a startling realization even as Lourna Dee has ... a heart? In Darth Vader #46 , readers are taken to Exegol and it's quite the ride with implications derived from the Sequel Trilogy. We also take a quick run through both of the Star Wars Free Comic Book Day 2024 issues. Comics Discussed This Week: The High Republic Phase III #7 (3:05) Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #46 (18:03) Young Jedi Adventures (FCBD) (35:10) Star Wars/Darth Vader #1 (FCBD) (37:12) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #40 News: Some slight delays for Dark Horse's The High Republic Adventures Phase III, with #6 now due out May 29 and not May 22, and #7 due out June 26 instead of June 12. Saber for Hire #2 is now due out May 29 and not May 15. The High Republic Phase III #4 and 5 are coming to Marvel Unlimited a smidge early, and will appear on the service May 27. Despite our being perplexed about the lack of reveals of June's Pride variants on this week's episode, Marvel did so on Tuesday. They include: _ Star Wars #47, Ruu by Phil Jimenez (June 5) _ The High Republic Phase III #8 by Paulina Ganucheau (June 5) _ Darth Vader #47 by Rachael Stott (June 12) _ Jango Fett #4 (o 4) by Javier Garrón (June 19) Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: May 15 _ Mace Windu #4 (of 4) May 21 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Knights of the Old Republic 1-18 and material from Kings of the Old Republic/Rebellion 0) May 22 _ Star Wars #46 May 29 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #2 (of 4), Jango Fett #3 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #6, Saber for Hire #2 (of 4) June 5 _ Star Wars #47, The High Republic Phase III #8, Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #1 (2nd Printing) June 12 _ Darth Vader #47 June 19 _ Saber for Hire #3 (of 4), Jango Fett #4 (of 4) June 26 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #3 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #7 July 2 _ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: The Jabba Tape; Heir to the Empire 1-6, Dark Force Rising 1-6, The Last Command 1-6. Dark Empire 1-6, Dark Empire II 1-6), Empire's End 1-2, Boba Fett -- Twin Engines of Destruction, Bounty on Bar-Kooda, When the Fat Lady Swings, Murder Most Foul and Agent of Doom, Star Wars Handbook 3 and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3-5, 10, 14, 20 and 22); Obi-Wan Kenobi Adaptation TPB (Collects 1-6); Hyperspace Stories Vol. 3 TPB "Light and Shadow" (Collects 9-12); The High Republic Phase III TPB, Vol. 1 (Collects 1-4, Star Wars: Revelations One-Shot The High Republic Story); Star Wars Legends: The Rebellion, Vol. 2 Omnib
Wed, May 01, 2024
Episode #394 -- The Saga Begins
Fittingly time, Marvel's The Phantom Menace Anniversary Special #1 (it's a one-shot) is out this week just ahead of Star Wars Day. It provides a satisfying look at the 1999 film, showing us key parts of the story that were only alluded to in the movie. Greg Pak, Will Sliney, Guru e-FX and VC's Joe Caramagna deliver a solidly entertaining -- and informative -- issue. Comics Discussed This Week: The Phantom Menace Anniversary Special #1 (10:45) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Thrawn Alliances #1 (of 4) News: Star Wars: Vader's Castle the Deluxe Library Collection has been pushed back a week to Oct. 1 from Sept. 24. It collects Tales From Vader's Castle, Return to Vader's Castle, Shadow of Vader's Castle, Ghosts of Vader's Castle and 2019's FCBD Issue story "Droid Hunters." In his latest newsletter (if you haven't yet subscribed, you should -- https://mailchi.mp/f0a5b413051c/charlessoule ), Charles Soule provides an intriguing update on his work on Star Wars' The High Republic. The June Pride variants are starting to filter out into the world. Check the Facebook page or Twitter feed to see them as they're released. Free Comic Book Day is May 4. Marvel will have Star Wars/Darth Vader #1 and Dark Horse Young Jedi Adventures. Matt joined the This Is Lit podcast to talk about Star Wars comics. You can listen (and subscribe) here . Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: May 4 _ Young Jedi Adventures (FCBD), Star Wars #1 (FCBD) May 8 _ Darth Vader #46, The High Republic Phase III #7 May 15 _ Saber for Hire #2 (of 4), Mace Windu #4 (of 4) May 21 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Knights of the Old Republic 1-18 and material from Kings of the Old Republic/Rebellion 0) May 22 _ Star Wars #46 May 29 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #2 (of 4), Jango Fett #3 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #6 June 5 _ Star Wars #47, The High Republic Phase III #8, Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #1 (2nd Printing) June 11 _ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: The Jabba Tape; Heir to the Empire 1-6, Dark Force Rising 1-6, The Last Command 1-6. Dark Empire 1-6, Dark Empire II 1-6), Empire's End 1-2, Boba Fett -- Twin Engines of Destruction, Bounty on Bar-Kooda, When the Fat Lady Swings, Murder Most Foul and Agent of Doom, Star Wars Handbook 3 and material from Star Wa
Wed, April 24, 2024
Episode #393 -- Coming Undone
Zeen and Lula reach a milestone decision in the pages of Dark Horse's The High Republic Adventures Phase III #5 , as the first arc of the comic comes to an end, yet sets up what's likely to be a dynamic run through issues 6-10. In Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4), the Sith apprentice contends with an almost Lovecraftian-like horror and inner madness that evokes a Guillermo del Toro film. It's dark and trippy and what Star Wars would be like if it were in the Hellraiser universe. Finally, Jango Fett seemingly makes some headway in his latest job for the Republic, as the plot thickens around the theft of the Hope of Gleen Anselm. Jango Fett #2 (of 4) is the organic prequel to Bounty Hunters and, based on this issue alone, is worthy of being turned into a monthly series. Comics Discussed This Week: Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4) (10:45) Jango Fett #2 (of 4) (20:53) The High Republic Adventures Phase III #5 (44:20) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Bounty Hunters #42 Obi-Wan Kenobi #3 The High Republic Phase III #3 News: Dark Horse will publish a new, likely four issue, The HighRepublic Adventures mini-series in August. Echoes of Fear is due out Aug. 21 and will be written by George Mann, with art by Vincenzo Federici, colors by Michael Atiyeh and letters by Comicraft's Tyler Smith and Jimmy Betancourt. Due out Aug. 28 is the Crash and Burn one-shot, a sequel to the prior one-shot. Dark Horse will release The High Republic Adventures Phase III Vol. 2 TPB on Jan. 22, 2025 (collects 6-10). Matt joined the This Is Lit podcast to talk about Star Wars comics. You can listen (and subscribe) here . Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: April 30 _ Shadows of Starlight TPB (Collecting 1-4) May 1 _ The Phantom Menace Special #1 One-Shot May 4 _ Young Jedi Adventures (FCBD), Star Wars #1 (FCBD) May 8 _ Darth Vader #46, The High Republic Phase III #7 May 15 _ Saber for Hire #2 (of 4), Mace Windu #4 (of 4) May 21 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Knights of the Old Republic 1-18 and material from Kings of the Old Republic/Rebellion 0) May 22 _ Star Wars #46, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #6 May 29 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #2 (of 4), Jango Fett #3 (of 4) June 5 _ Star Wars #47, The High Republic Phase III #8, Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #1 (2nd Printing) June 11 _ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: The Jabba Tape; Heir to the Empire 1-6, Dark Force Rising 1-6, The Last Command 1-6. Dark Empire 1-6, Dark Empire I
Wed, April 17, 2024
Episode #392 -- Song of the Swords
Ty Yorrick (and Drewen) return in a Phase III-set story from Cavan Scott and Rachael in The High Republic Adventures: Saber for Hire #1 (of 4) that features a charming parallel story featuring Kip and Jom that has, to us, some ominous foreshadowing. In Mace Windu #3 (of 4), we're treated to a side of the Jedi we've not really seen much of: Idealist Jedi Knight. Comics Discussed This Week: Saber for Hire #1 (of 4) (5:49) Mace Windu #3 (of 4) (27:14) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: The Mandalorian Season 2 #8 Star Wars (Vol. 3) #42 News: Marvel will launch a Star Wars: Inquisitors mini-series on July 3, written by Rodney Barnes and art by Ramon Rosanas. So far, the covers for the first issue are by Nick Bradshaw, Alex Maleev and Walt Simonson. Dark Horse has scheduled The High Republic Adventures -- Saber for Hire TPB for release on Nov. 26. It collects the four-issue mini-series. Issues #5 and #6 of The High Republic Adventures Phase III have been pushed back by a week to April 24 and May 22. The Star Wars Legends Omnibus The Rebellion Vol. 2 has been pushed to June 11 from May 14. The Mace Windu TPB collecting that four-issue mini-series (plus the story from the Revelations (2023) one-shot) is now due out Aug. 20 and not Aug. 6. We're still awaiting an official announcement for the Star Wars: The Acolyte #1 one-shot. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: April 23 _ Star Wars by Gillen & Pak Omnibus (Collects Star Wars (2015) 38-75, Star Wars Annual 4, Star Wars: Empire Ascendant 1); Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 7 “Dark Droids” TPB (Collects 32-40) April 24 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4), Jango Fett #2 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #5 April 30 _ Shadows of Starlight TPB (Collecting 1-4) May 1 _ The Phantom Menace Special #1 One-Shot May 4 _ Young Jedi Adventures (FCBD), Star Wars #1 (FCBD) May 8 _ Darth Vader #46, The High Republic Phase III #7 May 15 _ Saber for Hire #2 (of 4), Mace Windu #4 (of 4) May 21 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Knights of the Old Republic 1-18 and material from Kings of the Old Republic/Rebellion 0) May 22 _ Star Wars #46, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #6 May 29 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #2 (of 4), Jango Fett #3 (of 4) June 5 _ Star Wars #47, The High Republic Phase III #8 June 11 _ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: The Jabba Tape; Heir to the Empire 1-6, Dark Force Rising 1-6, The Last Command 1-6. Dark Empire 1-6, Dark Empire II 1-6), Empire's End 1-2, Boba Fett -- Twin Engines of Destruction, Bounty on Bar-Kooda, When the Fat Lady Swings,
Wed, April 10, 2024
Episode #391 -- The Rose
The adaptation of Thrawn Alliances ends with a cliffhanger and what's surely to be another four-issue mini-series collecting the second half of the Timothy Zahn novel. In Darth Vader #45 , Enric Pryde proves his mettle -- and loyalty -- to Vader, despite his fellow Schism Imperial members' bewilderment. Finally, The High Republic travels to Phase II as Tey Sirrek takes center stage in Phase III in a story that provides clarity and romance in The High Republic #6 . Comics Discussed This Week: Thrawn Alliances #4 (of 4) (14:06) Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #45 ( ) The High Republic Phase III #6 ( ) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #42 The High Republic -- Shadows of Starlight #4 (of 4) News: The High Republic Adventures Phase III #5 and 6 have been delayed by week to April 24 and May 22, respectively. Thrawn Alliances will likely continue in a second four-issue miniseries, hopefully to be announced in July's solicits. We're awaiting an official announcement for the Star Wars: The Acolyte #1 one-shot. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: April 16 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Mara Jade - By the Emperor’s Hand 0-6, Shadows of the Empire - Evolution 1-5, The Jabba Tape, Boba Fett - Twin Engines of Destruction and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3-5, 10, 14-15, 20 and 22); Bounty Hunters Vol. 7 TPB “Dark Droids” (Collects 35-42) April 17 _ Mace Windu #3 (of 4), Saber for Hire #1 (of 4) April 23 _ Star Wars by Gillen & Pak Omnibus (Collects Star Wars (2015) 38-75, Star Wars Annual 4, Star Wars: Empire Ascendant 1); Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 7 “Dark Droids” TPB (Collects 32-40) April 24 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #5, Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4), Jango Fett #2 (of 4) April 30 _ Shadows of Starlight TPB (Collecting 1-4) May 1 _ The Phantom Menace Special #1 One-Shot May 4 _ Young Jedi Adventures (FCBD), Star Wars #1 (FCBD) May 8 _ Darth Vader #46, The High Republic Phase III #7 May 15 _ Saber for Hire #2 (of 4), Mace Windu #4 (of 4) May 21 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Knights of the Old Republic 1-18 and material from Kings of the Old Republic/Rebellion 0) May 22 _ Star Wars #46, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #6 May 29 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #2 (of 4), Jango Fett #3 (of 4) June 5 _ Star Wars #47, The High Republic Phase III #8 June 11 _ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: The Jabba Tape; Heir to the Empire 1-6, Dark Force Rising 1-6, The Last Command 1-6. Dark Empire 1-6, Dark Empire II 1-6
Wed, April 03, 2024
Episode #390 -- Dirty Laundry
The trial of Lando Calrissian finds the charming con man facing down his past, while plotting his present and future, as he settles comfortably into his new role -- not facade -- as a Rebel in Star Wars (Vol. 3) #45. Comics Discussed This Week: Star Wars (Vol. 3) #45 (14:06) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Dark Droids #5 (of 5) The Mandalorian Season 2 #7 News: We're getting a Star Wars: The Acolyte one-shot? That's what we intuit from the solicit for Nov. 19's The High Republic Phase III Vol. 2 "The Hunted" TPB that collects issues 5-8, but also "Star Wars: The Acolyte (2024) #1." Based on the solicit for Dec. 3's Star Wars, Vol. 9 and Dec. 31's Darth Vader, Vol. 10 TPBs, we are prepping for Return of the Jedi in Marvel's main title. Does this mean they're ending? Looks like it is to us, with a relaunch to follow. The Star Wars Vol. 8 TPB (Sept. 3) will collect material from the Star Wars Revelations (2023) one-shot and Free Comic Book Day 2024: Star Wars issues, while the Darth Vader Vol. 9 TPB (Sept. 10) will collect May 1's The Phantom Menace one-shot and material from Revelation. Due out Aug. 27 is The High Republic Adventures Phase III, Vol. 1 TPB collecting issues 1-5. The Hyperspace Stories -- Qui-Gon TPB has been pushed back to Jan. 29, 2025, per Dark Horse's website, though PRH still lists it for Oct. 22. Dark Horse confirms to us that The High Republic: Crash and Burn due in August will be a one-shot. The four-Issue Darth Vader: Black, White & Red Mini-Series is getting a trade paperback collection due out Dec. 3. April 24's Star Wars (2015) Omnibus Vol. 2 "Star Wars by Gillen & Pak" will also include the Storms of Crait one-shot. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: April 9 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 8 TPB (Collects 37-41), The Mandalorian Season 2, Part II TPB (Collects 5-8) April 10 _ Darth Vader #45, Thrawn: Alliances #4 (of 4), The High Republic Phase III #6 April 16 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Mara Jade - By the Emperor’s Hand 0-6, Shadows of the Empire - Evolution 1-5, The Jabba Tape, Boba Fett - Twin Engines of Destruction and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3-5, 10, 14-15, 20 and 22); Bounty Hunters Vol. 7 TPB “Dark Droids” (Collects 35-42) April 17 _ Mace Windu #3 (of 4), Saber for Hire #1 (of 4) April 23 _ Star Wars by Gillen & Pak Omnibus (Collects Star Wars (2015) 38-75, Star Wars Annual 4, Star Wars: Empire Ascendant 1); Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 7 “Dark Droids” TPB (Collects 32-40) April 24 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #5, Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4), Jango Fett #2 (of 4) April 30 _ Shadows of Starlight TPB (Collecting 1-4) May 1 _ The Ph
Wed, March 27, 2024
Episode #389 -- Crash Into Me
Crash is back, with Ruu along for the jump in Dark Horse's The High Republic Adventures -- Crash Landing one-shot, while the adaptation of Obi-Wan Kenobi concludes its six-issue run. Comics Discussed This Week: Obi-Wan Kenobi #6 (of 6) (27:07) The High Republic Adventures -- Crash Landing (48:06) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #41 Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #39 Revelations (2023) #1 The High Republic Phase III #2 News: June solicits for Marvel's Star Wars comics are on the Facebook page, as are Dark Horse's July solicits. Hasbro is releasing a Star Wars: The Last Command comic-inspired four pack of six-inch Black Series figures that includes Luke Skywalker, Mara Jade, Luuke and Joruus C'baoth. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: April 3 _ Star Wars #45 April 9 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 8 TPB (Collects 37-41), The Mandalorian Season 2, Part II TPB (Collects 5-8) April 10 _ Darth Vader #45, Thrawn: Alliances #4 (of 4), The High Republic Phase III #6 April 16 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Mara Jade - By the Emperor’s Hand 0-6, Shadows of the Empire - Evolution 1-5, The Jabba Tape, Boba Fett - Twin Engines of Destruction and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3-5, 10, 14-15, 20 and 22); Bounty Hunters Vol. 7 TPB “Dark Droids” (Collects 35-42) April 17 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #5, Mace Windu #3 (of 4), Saber for Hire #1 (of 4) April 23 _ Star Wars by Gillen & Pak Omnibus (Collects Star Wars (2015) 38-75, Star Wars Annual 4, Star Wars: Empire Ascendant 1); Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 7 “Dark Droids” TPB (Collects 32-40) April 24 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4), Jango Fett #2 (of 4) April 30 _ Shadows of Starlight TPB (Collecting 1-4) May 1 _ The Phantom Menace Special #1 One-Shot May 4 _ Young Jedi Adventures (FCBD), Star Wars #1 (FCBD) May 8 _ Darth Vader #46, The High Republic Phase III #7 May 14 _ Star Wars Legends: The Rebellion, Vol. 2 Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: River of Chaos (1995) 1-4; Star Wars: Empire (2002) 28-40; Star Wars: Rebellion (2006) 1-16; Star Wars: Boba Fett – Overkill (2006) 1; Star Wars: Boba Fett (1997) 1/2; Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind’s Eye (1995) 1-4; material from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic/Rebellion (2006) 0; Star Wars Tales (1999) 3, 15, 17, 21) May 15 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #6, Saber for Hire #2 (of 4), Mace Windu #4 (of 4) May 21 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Knights of the Old Republic 1-18 and material from Kings of the Old Republic/Rebellion 0) May 22 _ Star Wars #46 <br /
Wed, March 20, 2024
Episode #388 -- The Walls Came Down
We open with a remembrance by Jeff of singer/songwriter Michael Knott, an artist who had an outsized influence on him. It's a touching tribute and worth your time. Then we break down the latest Star Wars comics news (8:45) and dive into Thrawn Alliances #3 , Star Wars Visions: Takashi Okazaki #1 , The High Republic Phase III #5 and last, but not least, Jango Fett #1 , which marks writer Ethan J. Sacks' return to a galaxy far, far away. Comics Discussed This Week: Thrawn Alliances #3 (of 4) (15:00) Star Wars Visions: Takashi Okazaki #1 (20:36) The High Republic Phase III #5 (27:07) Jango Fett #1 (of 4) (48:06) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Bounty Hunters #41 The High Republic: Shadows of Starlight #3 (of 4) News: Marvel's Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) won outstanding comic series at the 35th annual GLAAD awards. Congratulations to the book's entire creative team for the achievement. Ario Anindito says The High Republic Phase III #5 is his last issue. That makes us sad. Cavan Scott, in his newsletter, reveals the title and artist for The High Republic Phase III #9 in reponse to a question by Matt. So we know it's at least 10 issues. Dark Horse Comics will collect all the IDW Vader's Castle comics in a deluxe, oversized libray edition hardcover, including the "Droid Hunters" story from 2019's Free Comic Book Day issue. It's due out Sept. 24 Phil Noto released a series of Nihil character portraits as part of Star Wars' first "Imperial March." The images are on the Facebook page. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: March 26 _ Dark Droids TPB (Collects 1-5) March 27 _ Obi-Wan Kenobi Adaptation #6 (of 6), The High Republic Adventures -- Crash Landing One-Shot April 3 _ Star Wars #45 April 9 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 8 TPB (Collects 37-41), The Mandalorian Season 2, Part II TPB (Collects 5-8) April 10 _ Darth Vader #45, Thrawn: Alliances #4 (of 4), The High Republic Phase III #6 April 16 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Mara Jade - By the Emperor’s Hand 0-6, Shadows of the Empire - Evolution 1-5, The Jabba Tape, Boba Fett - Twin Engines of Destruction and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3-5, 10, 14-15, 20 and 22); Bounty Hunters Vol. 7 TPB “Dark Droids” (Collects 35-42) April 17 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #5, Mace Windu #3 (of 4), Saber for Hire #1 (of 4) April 23 _ Star Wars by Gillen & Pak Omnibus (Collects Star Wars (2015) 38-75, Star Wars Annual 4, Star Wars: Empire Ascendant 1); Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 7 “Dark Droids” TPB (Collects 32-40) April 24 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4), Jango Fett #2 (of 4) April 30 _ Shad
Wed, March 13, 2024
Episode #387 -- Electric Worm
The prison-ship break begins in earnest in Dark Horse's The High Republic Adventures Phase III #4 , an issue filled with several jaw-dropping surprises. In Darth Vader #44 , an Imperial survivor of Dark Droids learns how to balance what's right and what's wrong, provided you stay on Vader's good side. Mace Windu #2 (of 4) expands on the titular jedi's history and personal philosophy, delivering an inspiring story while mining West End Games' Star Wars RPG for a certain character and unveiling a new Anzellan to the fold. Comics Discussed This Week: The High Republic Adventures Phase III #4 (of 8) (6:50) Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #44 (27:52) Mace Windu #2 (of 4) (46:40) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Dark Droids -- D-Squad #4 (of 4) News: The High Republic Adventures Phase III #5 has slipped by a week to April 24 from April 17. We noticed that the checklist for The High Republic Phase III from Marvel is now eight issues in issue #4, while in issue #3 it was 10 issues. No word, officially, as to why. Pete Woods' Edge of Spider-Verse #3 variant is an homage to Al Williams and Carlos Garzón's Star Wars #42 from September 1980. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: March 19 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Republic 78-80, Purge, Purge - Seconds to Die, Purge - The Hidden Blade one-shots, Purge - The Tyrant’s Fist 1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command 1-5 and Dark Times 1-5) March 20 _ Jango Fett #1, Thrawn: Alliances #3 (of 4); Star Wars: Visions Takashi Okazaki #1, The High Republic Phase III #5 March 26 _ Dark Droids TPB (Collects 1-5) March 27 _ Obi-Wan Kenobi Adaptation #6 (of 6), The High Republic Adventures -- Crash Landing One-Shot April 3 _ Star Wars #45 April 9 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 8 TPB (Collects 37-41), The Mandalorian Season 2, Part II TPB (Collects 5-8) April 10 _ Darth Vader #45, Thrawn: Alliances #4 (of 4), The High Republic Phase III #6 April 16 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Mara Jade - By the Emperor’s Hand 0-6, Shadows of the Empire - Evolution 1-5, The Jabba Tape, Boba Fett - Twin Engines of Destruction and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3-5, 10, 14-15, 20 and 22); Bounty Hunters Vol. 7 TPB “Dark Droids” (Collects 35-42) April 17 _ Mace Windu #3 (of 4), The High Republic -- Saber for Hire #1 (of 4)April 23 _ Star Wars by Gillen & Pak Omnibus (Collects Star Wars (2015) 38-75, Star Wars Annual 4, Star Wars: Empire Ascendant 1); Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 7 “Dark Droids” TPB (Collects 32-40) April 24 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4), Jango Fett #2 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #5<br
Wed, March 06, 2024
Episode #386 -- Gallows Pole
Jedi Keeve Trennis and Terec and Ceret have taken matters into their own hands, bringing the captive Lourna Dee with them as they plunge into the Occlusion Zone in a bid to find Sskeer. But does Sskeer even want to be found? The High Republic #4 is laden with surprises and reveals. In Star Wars #44 , Lando Calrissian goes on trial for treason and other crimes against the Rebel Alliance as the body realizes that while justice must be served, at what cost to the Rebellion's morale? Comics Discussed This Week: The High Republic Phase III #4 (of 8) (8:32) Star Wars (Vol. 3) #44 (26:20) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Obi-Wan Kenobi adaptation #3 (of 6) News: Dark Horse's Thrawn trilogy is being collected by Marvel in an Epic collection in July. It'll feature all 18 issues, along with a slew of extras to help delineate it from previous versions. Darth Vader (205) is getting a Modern Era epic collection in November. It'll collect 1-12, the director's cut of #1, along with the first annual. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: March 13 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #4, Darth Vader #44, Mace Windu #2 (of 4) March 19 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Republic 78-80, Purge, Purge - Seconds to Die, Purge - The Hidden Blade one-shots, Purge - The Tyrant’s Fist 1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command 1-5 and Dark Times 1-5) March 20 _ Jango Fett #1, Thrawn: Alliances #3 (of 4); Star Wars: Visions Takashi Okazaki #1 March 26 _ Dark Droids TPB (Collects 1-5) March 27 _ Obi-Wan Kenobi Adaptation #6 (of 6), The High Republic Adventures -- Crash Landing One-Shot April 3 _ Star Wars #45, The High Republic Phase III #6 April 9 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 8 TPB (Collects 37-41), The Mandalorian Season 2, Part II TPB (Collects 5-8) April 10 _ Darth Vader #45, Thrawn: Alliances #4 (of 4) April 16 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Mara Jade - By the Emperor’s Hand 0-6, Shadows of the Empire - Evolution 1-5, The Jabba Tape, Boba Fett - Twin Engines of Destruction and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3-5, 10, 14-15, 20 and 22); Bounty Hunters Vol. 7 TPB “Dark Droids” (Collects 35-42) April 17 _ Mace Windu #3 (of 4), The High Republic -- Saber for Hire #1 (of 4)April 23 _ Star Wars by Gillen & Pak Omnibus (Collects Star Wars (2015) 38-75, Star Wars Annual 4, Star Wars: Empire Ascendant 1); Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 7 “Dark Droids” TPB (Collects 32-40) April 24 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4), Jango Fett #2 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #5 April 30 _ Shadows of Starlight TPB (Collecting 1-4) May 1 _ The Phantom Menace S
Wed, February 28, 2024
Episode #385 -- The Devil's Right Hand
Thrawn and Anakin have not only walked into a bar but nearly leveled the joint and either drove everyone out of it or left them supine and not in a good way. Such is Thrawn Alliances #2 (of 4) , a rigorously faithful adaptation of the novel. Comics Discussed This Week: Thrawn Alliances #2 (of 4) #43 (4:13) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Bounty Hunters #40 Dark Droids: D-Squad #3 (of 4) News: May solicits for Marvel and June's solicits from Dark Horse are on the Facebook page . No mention of a new Doctor Aphra title, but Prequel Trilogy fans should be delighted with a Phantom Menance Special one-shot, along with a series of Phantom Menace variant covers. Dark Horse's Hyperspace Stories -- Qui-Gon was delayed to Oct. 22 from July 23. In his The Cavletter, Cavan Scott offered up a peek at some art from next week's The High Republic Phase III #6 and recounted a tale of an opening for The High Republic not taken. Marvel is extending its Master & Apprentice variants through May, with that month's covers by Phil Noto and featuring Anakin Skywalker and Ahsoka Tano, Snoke and Kylo Ren, Darth Sidious and Count Dooku, Plo Koon and Bultar Swan, Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi and Skeer and Keeve Trennis. The High Republic Phase III Vol. 1 "Children of the Storm" is due out June 18 and will features #1-4 as well as the story from Revelations #1 (2023). The Thrawn TPB collecting the four-issue mini-series has been pushed to Sept. 17 from Sept. 3. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: March 5 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 7 (Collects 37-41), Dark Droids: D-Squad TPB (Collects 1-4) March 6 _ Star Wars #44, The High Republic Phase III #4 March 13 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #4, Darth Vader #44, Mace Windu #2 (of 4) March 19 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Republic 78-80, Purge, Purge - Seconds to Die, Purge - The Hidden Blade one-shots, Purge - The Tyrant’s Fist 1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command 1-5 and Dark Times 1-5) March 20 _ Jango Fett #1, Star Wars: Visions Takashi Okazaki #1, The High Republic Phase III #5, Thrawn: Alliances #3 (of 4) March 26 _ Dark Droids TPB (Collects 1-5) March 27 _ Obi-Wan Kenobi Adaptation #6 (of 6), The High Republic Adventures -- Crash Landing One-Shot April 3 _ Star Wars #45, The High Republic Phase III #6 April 9 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 8 TPB (C
Wed, February 21, 2024
Episode #384 -- Crystal Lullaby
A familiar face returns in the pages of Dark Horse's T he High Republic Adventures Phase III #3 as Lula recounts her adventures when she didn't know who she was. Everything's gone green in Star Wars (Vol. 3) #43 as Luke Skywalker returns to what may, or may not, be an ancient Sith compound, as he strives to heal a red khyber crystal and, perhaps, learn something about not just himself, but the force, too. Comics Discussed This Week: Star Wars (Vol. 3) #43 (12:03) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Dark Droids #4 (of 5) Doctor Aphra #38 The Mandalorian Season 2 #6 Return of the Jedi -- The 40th Anniversary Covers by Chris Sprouse Star Wars Visions Peach Momoko #1 News: May solicits for Marvel's Star Wars comics are due this week, as are June solicits for Dark Horse's titles, too. Will the new Aphra book be among the former? Mace Windu writer Marc Bernardin sat down with the Ahch-To Radio podcast to talk about his career as a journalist and writer and how he came to write the new Mace Windu mini-series. An interview with Al Williams and Archie Goodwin about their Star Wars comic strip by the late Paul Neary has resurfaced. It was done in the early 1980s and printed in a UK edition of the Savage Sword of Conan. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Feb. 27 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Rise of the Sith, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Jedi - The Dark Side 1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan: The Aurorient Express 1-2, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan - Last Stand on Ord Mantell 1-3, Jedi Council - Acts of War 1-4 and material from Star Wars (1998) 4-6, Star Wars Tales 1-3, 5, 7, 9-10, 13-14 and 24) Feb. 28 _ Thrawn: Alliances #2 (of 4), Thrawn: Alliances #1 (2nd Printing) March 5 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 7 (Collects 37-41), Dark Droids: D-Squad TPB (Collects 1-4) March 6 _ Star Wars #44, The High Republic Phase III #4 March 13 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #4, Darth Vader #44, Mace Windu #2 (of 4) March 19 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Republic 78-80, Purge, Purge - Seconds to Die, Purge - The Hidden Blade one-shots, Purge - The Tyrant’s Fist 1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command 1-5 and Dark Times 1-5) March 20 _ Jango Fett #1, The High Republic Adventures -- Crash Landing One-Shot, Star Wars: Visions Takashi Okazaki #1, The High Republic Phase III #5, Thrawn: Alliances #3 (of 4) March 26 _ Dark Droids TPB (Collects 1-5) March 27 _ Obi-Wan Kenobi Adaptation #6 (of 6) April 3 _ Sta
Wed, February 14, 2024
Episode #383 -- Schism
A familiar face returns in the pages of Dark Horse's T he High Republic Adventures Phase III #3 as Lula recounts her adventures when she didn't know who she was. In Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #43 , the Imperial Schism sets about its work of creating a schism in the empire as the Dark Lord utilizes lessons learned from the Dark Droids event amid befriending and betrayal. Comics Discussed This Week: The High Republic Adventures Phase III #3 (2:22) Darth Vader #43 (12:40) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #40 Shadows of Starlight #2 (of 4) The High Republic Phase III #1 News: The 2nd printing of Thrawn: Alliances #1 has been pushed up a week to Feb. 28 from March 6 The AKA women's history month variant for Jango Fett #1, featuring Rose Tico, has been updated to better depict Kelly Marie Tran, as in she now looks like Rose Tico. Epic collections fans get ready because four more are coming from October to to December of this year, including: The New Republic Vol. 8 in October, Darth Vader Modern Era Vol. 1 and Droids & Ewoks in November a new printing of The Empire Vol. 2 in December Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Feb. 21 _ Star Wars #43 Feb. 27 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Rise of the Sith, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Jedi - The Dark Side 1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan: The Aurorient Express 1-2, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan - Last Stand on Ord Mantell 1-3, Jedi Council - Acts of War 1-4 and material from Star Wars (1998) 4-6, Star Wars Tales 1-3, 5, 7, 9-10, 13-14 and 24) Feb. 28 _ Thrawn: Alliances #2 (of 4), Thrawn: Alliances #1 (2nd Printing) March 5 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 7 (Collects 37-41), Dark Droids: D-Squad TPB (Collects 1-4) March 6 _ Star Wars #44, The High Republic Phase III #4 March 13 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #4, Darth Vader #44, Mace Windu #2 (of 4) March 19 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Republic 78-80, Purge, Purge - Seconds to Die, Purge - The Hidden Blade one-shots, Purge - The Tyrant’s Fist 1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command 1-5 and Dark Times 1-5) March 20 _ Jango Fett #1, The High Republic Adventures -- Crash Landing One-Shot, Star Wars: Visions Takashi Okazaki #1, The High Republic Phase III #5, Thrawn: Alliances #3 (of 4) March 26 _ Dark Droids TPB (Collects 1-5) March 27 _ Obi-Wan Kenobi Adaptation #6 (of 6) April 3 _ Star Wars #45, The High Republic Phase III #6 April 9 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 8 TPB (Collects 37-41), The Mandalorian Season 2, Part II TPB (Collects 5-8) April 10 _ The High Republic -- Saber for Hire #1 (of 4) April 16 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol.
Wed, February 07, 2024
Episode #382 -- Rivers of Ice
Mace Windu gets a second mini-series, with the first issue of four off to a rollicking start as he tracks down someone who has a new type of coaxium -- and the formula to create more -- before the crime syndicates can. Obi-Wan Kenobi #5 zeroes in on Riva's efforts to make Anakin pay for what he did at the temple, as Obi-Wan tries to enlist her help in stopping Darth Vader. Comics Discussed This Week: Obi-Wan Kenobi adaptation #5 (of 6) (10:32) Mace Windu #1 (of 4) (15:12) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Star Wars (Vol. 3) #40 News: Marvel will launch an eight-issue adaptation of "Ahsoka" starting in July. It's being written by Rodney Barnes, with art by Steve Cummings and Georges Jeanty. Things From Another World still has the listing for Star Wars Aphra Bounty Hunter on its website. Take that as you will, but we're convinced we'll be getting that new Aphra series in the summer. Marvel is set to publish Star Wars Legends The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 3, in December. The four-issue Darth Maul: Black, White & Red mini-series is available by mail from Marvel for $17.99. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Feb. 14 _ Darth Vader #43, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #3 Feb. 21 _ Star Wars #43 Feb. 27 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Rise of the Sith, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Jedi - The Dark Side 1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan: The Aurorient Express 1-2, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan - Last Stand on Ord Mantell 1-3, Jedi Council - Acts of War 1-4 and material from Star Wars (1998) 4-6, Star Wars Tales 1-3, 5, 7, 9-10, 13-14 and 24) Feb. 28 _ Thrawn: Alliances #2 (of 4), Thrawn: Alliances #1 (2nd Printing) March 5 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 7 (Collects 37-41), Dark Droids: D-Squad TPB (Collects 1-4) March 6 _ Star Wars #44, The High Republic Phase III #4 March 13 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #4, Darth Vader #44, Mace Windu #2 (of 4) March 19 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Republic 78-80, Purge, Purge - Seconds to Die, Purge - The Hidden Blade one-shots, Purge - The Tyrant’s Fist 1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command 1-5 and Dark Times 1-5) March 20 _ Jango Fett #1, The High Republic Adventures -- Crash Landing One-Shot, Star Wars: Visions Takashi Okazaki #1, The High Republic Phase III #5, Thrawn: Alliances #3 (of 4) March 26 _ Dark Droids TPB (Collects 1-5) March 27 _ Obi-Wan Kenobi Adaptation #6 (of 6) April 3 _ Star Wars #45, The High Republic Phase III #6 April 9 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 8 TPB (Collects 37-41), The Mandalorian Season 2, Part II TPB (Collects 5-8) April 10 _ The High Republic -- Saber for Hire #1 (of 4) April 16 _ Star W
Wed, January 31, 2024
Episode #381 -- Here Comes the Sun
Doctor Aphra concludes its second volume with its 40th issue, but is it truly the end for Doctor Aphra? What will become of those she leaves behind, including Sana Starros and Magna Tolvan, not to mention Just Lucky and Ariole, as well as the murder droids 0-0-0 and BT-1? Comics Discussed This Week: Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #40 (4:41) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Dark Droids: D-Squad #2 (of 4) Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #37 News: SW Libri sleuthed out an interesting title from Marvel in May: Star Wars Aphra Bounty Hunter. Is it a new title starring the archeologist? Lucasfilm's Michael Siglain said no, noting that when a new series is announced, it would come with a lot of fanfare. April solicits from Marvel were released and May from Dark Horse. Full details, including synopses and covers are on the Facebook page. Among the cover variants are several Jedi (and Sith) master and apprentice combinations by Giuseppe Camuncoli. Artist John Tyler Christopher will have a new Boba Fett variant for sale on Feb. 8 at his website. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Feb. 7 _ Mace Windu #1, Obi-Wan Kenobi #5 Feb. 14 _ Darth Vader #43, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #3 Feb. 21 _ Star Wars #43 Feb. 27 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Rise of the Sith, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Jedi - The Dark Side 1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan: The Aurorient Express 1-2, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan - Last Stand on Ord Mantell 1-3, Jedi Council - Acts of War 1-4 and material from Star Wars (1998) 4-6, Star Wars Tales 1-3, 5, 7, 9-10, 13-14 and 24) Feb. 28 _ Thrawn Alliances #2 March 5 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 7 (Collects 37-41), Dark Droids: D-Squad TPB (Collects 1-4) March 6 _ Star Wars #44, The High Republic Phase III #4, Thrawn: Alliances #1 (of 4) 2nd Printing March 13 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #4, Darth Vader #44, Mace Windu #2 (of 4) March 19 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Republic 78-80, Purge, Purge - Seconds to Die, Purge - The Hidden Blade one-shots, Purge - The Tyrant’s Fist 1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command 1-5 and Dark Times 1-5) March 20 _ Jango Fett #1, The High Republic Adventures -- Crash Landing One-Shot, Star Wars: Visions Takashi Okazaki #1, The High Republic Phase III #5, Thrawn: Alliances #3 (of 4) March 26 _ Dark Droids TPB (Collects 1-5) March 27 _ Obi-Wan Kenobi Adaptation #6 (of 6) April 3 _ Star Wars #45, The High Republic Phase III #6 April 9 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 8 TPB (Collects 37-41), The Mandalorian Season 2, Part II TPB (Collects 5-8) April 10 _ The High Republic -- Saber for Hire #1 (of 4) April 16 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: T
Wed, January 24, 2024
Episode #380 -- Set Adrift on Memory Bliss
The adaptation of Timothy Zahn's 2018 novel, Thrawn: Aliances , begins its four-issue run with an amazingly robust first issue penned by Jody Houser and Zahn, with art by Pat Olliffe and Andrea Di Vito, colors by Rachelle Rosenberg and Letters by Travis Lanham. There's some whipsawing between the present and past and the action and cold logic flows freely. In The High Republic Adventures Phase III #2 -- written by Daniel José Older, illustrated by Harvey Tolibao and Nick Brokenshire, colored by Michael Atiyeh and lettered by Comicraft's Tyler Smith and Jimmy Betancourt -- brings us the story of Lula Talisola and how she became the warlord Tartak Vil. It's a riveting story that tugs at the heartstrings. Comics Discussed This Week: The High Republic Adventures Phase III #2 (11:21) Thrawn: Alliances #1 (of 4) (26:25) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Obi-Wan Kenobi #2 (of 6) Star Wars (Vol. 3) #39 News: Star Wars Visions Takashi Okazaki #1 was pushed back a week to Feb. 28, as was The High Republic Phase III #3. Doctor Aphra was nominated for outstanding comic book in the 35th GLAAD awards. Charles Soule revealed he's working on Star Wars #48-50 and aims to start another project for Marvel sometime in April, provided it's approved. April solicits from Marvel are due this week, as are May solicits from Dark Horse. We know that Darth Maul: Black, White & Red is due out April 25. It will be a four-issue mini-series. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Jan. 30 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Menace Revealed, Vol. 4 (Collects The Bounty Hunters - Aurra Sing 1; Star Wars: Starfighter - Crossbones 1-3; Free Comic Book Day 2002: Star Wars 1; Star Wars: Republic 46-48; Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones 1-4; Star Wars: Hasbro/Toys ‘R’ Us Exclusive 1-4 and material from Dark Horse Extra 44-47; Star Wars Tales 2, 7, 14, 18, 20, 24) Jan. 31 _ Doctor Aphra #40 Feb. 7 _ Mace Windu #1, Obi-Wan Kenobi #5 Feb. 14 _ Darth Vader #43, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #3 Feb. 21 _ Star Wars #43 Feb. 27 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Rise of the Sith, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Jedi - The Dark Side 1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan: The Aurorient Express 1-2, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan - Last Stand on Ord Mantell 1-3, Jedi Council - Acts of War 1-4 and material from Star Wars (1998) 4-6, Star Wars Tales 1-3, 5, 7, 9-10, 13-14 and 24) Feb. 28 _ Thrawn Alliances #2 March 5 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 7 (Collects 37-41), Dark Droids: D-Squad TPB (Collects 1-4) March 6 _ Star Wars #44, The High Republic Phase III #4, Thrawn: Alliances #1 (of 4) 2nd Printing March 13 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #4, Darth Vader #44, Mace Windu #2 (of 4)<br
Fri, January 19, 2024
Episode #379 -- Bounty Hunters Post-Mortem With Ethan Sacks
Bounty Hunters ended on Jan. 17 with issue #42. It Marked more than four years of stories in the seedy underbelly of the Star Wars galaxy and all of them were written by Ethan Sacks, from the first preview in Empire Ascendent back in December 2019 to the final issue of the series. We broke down how the series came about, its high (and low) points and how Sacks and Paolo Villanelli (artist on 31 issues) worked in lockstep to elevate Beilert Valance and the bounty-hunting crew to an elevated status in Star Wars as a whole, not to mention the fan base -- Valance Nation -- that was with them every step of the way. We also learned some interesting tidbits about the series and roads not taken, including a scuppered series that would have seen Valance leading an Imperial TIE squadron (thanks, pandemic.) Comics Discussed This Week: Bounty Hunters. All of them. Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Dark Droids #3 (of 5) The Mandalorian Season 2 #2 (of 8) News: Bounty Hunters has ended. Jango Fett is set to launch in March. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Jan. 24 _ Thrawn Alliances #1, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #2 Jan. 30 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Menace Revealed, Vol. 4 (Collects The Bounty Hunters - Aurra Sing 1; Star Wars: Starfighter - Crossbones 1-3; Free Comic Book Day 2002: Star Wars 1; Star Wars: Republic 46-48; Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones 1-4; Star Wars: Hasbro/Toys ‘R’ Us Exclusive 1-4 and material from Dark Horse Extra 44-47; Star Wars Tales 2, 7, 14, 18, 20, 24) Jan. 31 _ Doctor Aphra #40 Feb. 7 _ Mace Windu #1, Obi-Wan Kenobi #5 Feb. 14 _ Darth Vader #43, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #3 Feb. 21 _ Star Wars #43 Feb. 27 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Rise of the Sith, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Jedi - The Dark Side 1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan: The Aurorient Express 1-2, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan - Last Stand on Ord Mantell 1-3, Jedi Council - Acts of War 1-4 and material from Star Wars (1998) 4-6, Star Wars Tales 1-3, 5, 7, 9-10, 13-14 and 24) Feb. 28 _ Thrawn Alliances #2, Star Wars: Visions Takashi Okazaki #1, The High Republic Phase III #4 March 5 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 7 (Collects 37-41), Dark Droids: D-Squad TPB (Collects 1-4) March 6 _ Star Wars #44, The High Republic Phase III #5 March 13 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #4, Darth Vader #44, Mace Windu #2 (of 4) March 19 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Republic 78-80, Purge, Purge - Seconds to Die, Purge - The Hidden Blade one-shots, Purge - The Tyrant’s Fist 1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command 1-5 and Dark Times 1-5) March 20 _ Jango Fett #1, The High Republic Adventures
Wed, January 17, 2024
Episode #378 -- Good Bye Yellow Brick Road
More than four years after its presence in the Empire Ascendent one-shot, Bounty Hunters concludes its 42-issue run with a defty-composed goodbye and an ending that may surprise, even shock, members of Valance Nation. Keeve Trennis and Terec and Ceret and take matters into their own hands as they make an unsanctioned move to barrel into Nihil territory in The High Republic Phase III #3 , setting up a journey with an ending that may or may not be in their best interest. In Obi-Wan Kenobi #4 , Ben takes a Bacta-tank dip as Darth Vader's presence looms ever larger. Comics Discussed This Week: Obi-Wan Kenobi #4 (8:35) The High Republic Phase III #3 (10:50) Bounty Hunters #42 (28:55) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Dark Droids #3 (of 5) The Mandalorian Season 2 #2 (of 8) News: Three more Star Wars Epic collections are coming this year, including Kanan, collecting the 2015 12-issue maxi-series in August, The Rebellion, Vol. 6 in September and The New Republic, Vol. 8 9 in October. The Star Wars Modern Era Epic Collection: Skywalker Strikes is set for release on July 30. It collects the 2015 Star Wars series' first 14 issues, as well as as the Director's Cut edition for #1, along with Vader Down #1 and Darth Vader (Vol. 1) 13-15. Marvel has changed the covers for May 14's Star Wars Legends: The Rebellion Omnibus, Vol. 2. They now feature art by Tomas Giorello and Hugh Fleming. The solicited verions' covers featured Darth Vader and Boba Fett. TGhe Star Wars by Gillen & Pak Omnibus direct-market release now features a cover by David Marquez. It's due out April 23. Due out Sept. 3 is the Thrawn: Alliances TPB collecting the four-issue mini-series. Asajj Ventress is the accompanying cover for John Tyler Christopher's Star Wars (Vol. 3) #41 Phantom Bundle that features Darth Maul. It goes on sale Jan. 25 at 6 p.m. Eastern on his website ( https://johntylerchristopher.com/ ). Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Jan. 24 _ Thrawn Alliances #1, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #2 Jan. 30 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Menace Revealed, Vol. 4 (Collects The Bounty Hunters - Aurra Sing 1; Star Wars: Starfighter - Crossbones 1-3; Free Comic Book Day 2002: Star Wars 1; Star Wars: Republic 46-48; Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones 1-4; Star Wars: Hasbro/Toys ‘R’ Us Exclusive 1-4 and material from Dark Horse Extra 44-47; Star Wars Tales 2, 7, 14, 18, 20, 24) Jan. 31 _ Doctor Aphra #40 Feb. 7 _ Mace Windu #1, Obi-Wan Kenobi #5 Feb. 14 _ Darth Vader #43, The High Republic Adventures Ph
Wed, January 10, 2024
Episode #377 -- The Crystal Ship
Luke locates a recent friend to help him crack the mystery of his red kyber crystal and returns to a Sith lair in Star Wars (Vol. 3) #42 . The Mandalorian Season 2 #8 brings the adaptation to a close, with Luke again proving to be the mystery Jedi who felt Grogu in the force. Comics Discussed This Week: The Mandalorian Season 2 #8 (of 4) (1:31) Star Wars (Vol. 3) #42 (3:52) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Bounty Hunters #39 Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #39 Shadows of Starlight #1 (of 4) News: Check out the Facebook page to see a couple of interior pages for May 4's Marvel Free Comic Book Day Star Wars #1 issue. New covers for Dark Horse's The High Republic Adventures Phase III #4 and 5 are also on the Facebook page. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Jan. 16 _ Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories Vol. 2, "Scum and Villainy" TPB (Collects 5-8) Jan. 17 _ Bounty Hunters #42, Obi-Wan Kenobi #4 (of 6), The High Republic Phase III #3 Jan. 24 _ Thrawn Alliances #1, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #2 Jan. 30 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Menace Revealed, Vol. 4 (Collects The Bounty Hunters - Aurra Sing 1; Star Wars: Starfighter - Crossbones 1-3; Free Comic Book Day 2002: Star Wars 1; Star Wars: Republic 46-48; Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones 1-4; Star Wars: Hasbro/Toys ‘R’ Us Exclusive 1-4 and material from Dark Horse Extra 44-47; Star Wars Tales 2, 7, 14, 18, 20, 24) Jan. 31 _ Doctor Aphra #40 Feb. 7 _ Mace Windu #1, Obi-Wan Kenobi #5 Feb. 14 _ Darth Vader #43, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #3 Feb. 21 _ Star Wars #43, The High Republic Phase III #4, Star Wars: Visions Takashi Okazaki #1 Feb. 27 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Rise of the Sith, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Jedi - The Dark Side 1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan: The Aurorient Express 1-2, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan - Last Stand on Ord Mantell 1-3, Jedi Council - Acts of War 1-4 and material from Star Wars (1998) 4-6, Star Wars Tales 1-3, 5, 7, 9-10, 13-14 and 24) Feb. 28 _ Thrawn Alliances #2 March 5 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 7 (Collects 37-41), Dark Droids: D-Squad TPB (Collects 1-4) March 6 _ Star Wars #44, The High Republic Phase III #5 March 13 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #4, Darth Vader #44, Mace Windu #2 (of 4) March 19 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Republic 78-80, Purge, Purge - Seconds to Die, Purge - The Hidden Blade one-shots, Purge - The Tyrant’s Fist 1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command 1-5 and Dark Times 1-5) March 20 _ Jango Fett #1, The High Repu
Wed, January 03, 2024
Episode #376 -- Never Touch That Switch
Marchion Ro takes center stage in The High Republic -- Shadows of Starlight #4 (of 4), as the charismatic narcissist deals with the ramifications of the Nihil victory and the vexing burden of governance. In Darth Vader #42 , the Schism Imperial emerges from the shadows, with an offer for Vader that's underlined by the cogs that keep the Empire running. Comics Discussed This Week: Shadows of Starlight #4 (of 4) (3:40) Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #42 (29:40) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Doctor Aphra #36 The Mandalorian Season 2 #4 News: We hope you had happy holidays and wish you a bitchin' new year. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Jan. 10 _ Star Wars #42, The Mandalorian Season 2 #8 (of 8) Jan. 16 _ Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories Vol. 2, "Scum and Villainy" TPB (Collects 5-8) Jan. 17 _ Bounty Hunters #42, Obi-Wan Kenobi #4 (of 6), The High Republic Phase III #3 Jan. 23 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Menace Revealed, Vol. 4 (Collects The Bounty Hunters - Aurra Sing 1; Star Wars: Starfighter - Crossbones 1-3; Free Comic Book Day 2002: Star Wars 1; Star Wars: Republic 46-48; Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones 1-4; Star Wars: Hasbro/Toys ‘R’ Us Exclusive 1-4 and material from Dark Horse Extra 44-47; Star Wars Tales 2, 7, 14, 18, 20, 24) Jan. 24 _ Thrawn Alliances #1, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #2 Jan. 31 _ Doctor Aphra #40 Feb. 7 _ Mace Windu #1, Obi-Wan Kenobi #5 Feb. 14 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #3, Darth Vader #43 Feb. 21 _ Star Wars #43, The High Republic Phase III #4, Star Wars Visions Takashi Okazaki #1 Feb. 27 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Rise of the Sith, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Jedi - The Dark Side 1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan: The Aurorient Express 1-2, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan - Last Stand on Ord Mantell 1-3, Jedi Council - Acts of War 1-4 and material from Star Wars (1998) 4-6, Star Wars Tales 1-3, 5, 7, 9-10, 13-14 and 24) Feb. 28 _ Thrawn Alliances #2 March 5 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 7 (Collects 37-41), Dark Droids: D-Squad TPB (Collects 1-4) March 6 _ Star Wars #44, The High Republic Phase III #5 March 13 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #4, Darth Vader #44, Mace Windu #2 (of 4) March 19 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Collects Republic 78-80, Purge, Purge - Seconds to Die, Purge - The Hidden Blade one-shots, Purge - The Tyrant’s Fist 1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command 1-5 and Dark Times 1-5) March 20 _ Jango Fett #1, The High Republic Adventures -- Crash Landing One-Shot, Thrawn: Alliances #3 (of 4) March 26 _ Dark Droids TPB (Collects 1-5) March 27 _ Obi-W
Wed, December 27, 2023
Episode #375 -- Delusions of Savior
The Dark Droids event concludes in Dark Droids #5 with an ending that coud portend dire circumstances for the timeline beyond the events of Return of the Jedi. In Star Wars #41 , Lando faces a reckoning, setting up a key storyline that will begin with issue #44 in March and making that reference in last week's Revelations one-shot far more salient. The Mandalorian Season 2 #7 details Miggs' squaring away the issues of the past in the present in a very capable adatpation of the episode. Comics Discussed This Week: The Mandalorian Season 2 #7 (of 8) (9:20) Dark Droids #5 (of 5) (12:28) Star Wars #41 (36:34) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: None News: March solicits for Marvel's Star Wars comics are on the Facebook page. They feature several Women's History Month variants, including covers that feature The Bad Batch's Omega, Rey Skywalker and Mon Mothma, among others. Details about Dark Horse's April Star Wars comics can be found on the Facebook page, too. Marvel's Tales of the Jedi omnibus will now release July 16, a week earlier than first announced. We hope you had happy holidays and wish you a bitchin' new year. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Jan. 3 _ Darth Vader #42, Shadows of Starlight #4 (of 4), Darth Vader -- Black, White & Red Treasury Edition (Collects 1-4) Jan. 10 _ Star Wars #42, The Mandalorian Season 2 #8 (of 8) Jan. 16 _ Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories Vol. 2, "Scum and Villainy" TPB (Collects 5-8) Jan. 17 _ Bounty Hunters #42, Obi-Wan Kenobi #4 (of 6), The High Republic Phase III #3 Jan. 23 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Menace Revealed, Vol. 4 (Collects The Bounty Hunters - Aurra Sing 1; Star Wars: Starfighter - Crossbones 1-3; Free Comic Book Day 2002: Star Wars 1; Star Wars: Republic 46-48; Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones 1-4; Star Wars: Hasbro/Toys ‘R’ Us Exclusive 1-4 and material from Dark Horse Extra 44-47; Star Wars Tales 2, 7, 14, 18, 20, 24) Jan. 24 _ Thrawn Alliances #1, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #2 Jan. 31 _ Doctor Aphra #40 Feb. 7 _ Mace Windu #1, Obi-Wan Kenobi #5 Feb. 14 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #3, Darth Vader #43 Feb. 21 _ Star Wars #43, The High Republic Phase III #4, Star Wars Visions Takashi Okazaki #1 Feb. 27 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Rise of the Sith, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTING (Jedi - The Dark Side 1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan: The Aurorient Express 1-2, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan - Last Stand on Ord Mantell 1-3, Jedi Council - Acts of War 1-4 and material from Star Wars (1998) 4-6, Star Wars Tales 1-3, 5, 7, 9-10, 13-14 and 24) Feb. 28 _ Thrawn Alliances #2 March 5 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3),
Wed, December 20, 2023
Episode #374 -- I Love You Goodbye
A tender side arises in the pages of Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #39 in an ending that made us proclam: "Dammit, Alyssa!" In Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #41 , the Dark Droids event coalesces nicely into the foundational character building that Greg Pak has been doing since the first issue. The High Republic Phase III #2 (of 10) sees Keeve Trennis deftly balance herself between two enemies as the issue lets loose with a reveal guaranteed to drive High Republic fans into paroxysms. The Revelations (2023) one-shot provides a satsifying look forward to what to expect in 2024, including the hopeful return of a certain morally ambivalent archeologist, along with a classic crime gang from Marvel's '77-86 run of Star Wars comics. (And yes, there is a Thrawn preview.) Comics Discussed This Week: Darth Vader #41 (07:29) Doctor Aphra #39 (18:17) The High Republic Phase III #2 (30:48) Revelations (2023) #1 (44:30) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Bounty Hunters #38 Dark Droids: D-Squad #1 (of 4) News: Unlettered preview pages for Thrawn Alliances #1 (of 4) are on our Facebook page, so too, are pages from Mace Windu #1 (of 4). Marc Guggenheim broke down a key scene in Dark Droids: D-Squad #4 in his LegalDispatch substack. Definitely worth checking out the behind-the-scenes process. Dark Horse's Hyperspace Stories, Vol. 3 "Light and Shadow" TPB is now due out June 11 and not May 21. Check out the B covers for Dark Horse's The High Republic Adventures Phase III #2 and 3 by Soroush Barazesh and Cherielle, respectively, on the Facebook page. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Dec. 27 _ Dark Droids #5 (of 5), The Mandalorian Season 2 #7 (of 8) Jan. 3 _ Darth Vader #42, Shadows of Starlight #4 (of 4), Darth Vader -- Black, White & Red Treasury Edition (Collects 1-4) Jan. 10 _ Star Wars #42, The Mandalorian Season 2 #8 (of 8) Jan. 16 _ Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories Vol. 2, "Scum and Villainy" TPB (Collects 5-8) Jan. 17 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #2, Bounty Hunters #42, Obi-Wan Kenobi #4 (of 6), The High Republic Phase III #3 Jan. 23 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Menace Revealed, Vol. 4 (Collects The Bounty Hunters - Aurra Sing 1; Star Wars: Starfighter - Crossbones 1-3; Free Comic Book Day 2002: Star Wars 1; Star Wars: Republic 46-48; Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones 1-4; Star Wars: Hasbro/Toys ‘R’ Us Exclusive 1-4 and material from Dark Horse Extra 44-47; Star Wars Tales 2, 7, 14, 18, 20, 24) Jan. 24 _ Thrawn Alliances #1 Jan. 31 _ Doctor Aphra #40 Feb. 7 _ Mace Windu #1, Obi-Wan Kenobi #5 Feb. 14 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #3, Darth Vader
Wed, December 13, 2023
Episode #373 -- Now and Then
The mystery is revealed in the 12th and final issue of Dark Horse Comics' Hyperspace Stories , with a heartwarming tale about a Rebel engineer set among the events of the Battle of Endor that brings the series to a solidly satisfying close. In The High Republic: Shadows of Starlight #3 , Bell and Burryaga deal with the fallout of the Nihil operating unchecked while the bulk of the Jedi Order remains safely behind the walls of their Coruscant temple. The final pages see the capture of a Jedi grandmaster, one referred to in The High Republic Adventures Phase III #1. Bounty Hunters #41 (dammit, Ethan!) provides a fulfilling conclusion for most the book's characters, with just enough doors left open for more adventures down the road as the series barrels toward its January conclusion. (Also, tooka cats. So many tooka cats.) Comics Discussed This Week: Hyperspace Stories #12 (of 12) (09:50) Shadows of Starlight #3 (of 4) (29:55) Bounty Hunters #41 (57:44) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Dark Droids #2 (of 5) Star Wars (Vol. 3) #38 News: Cavan Scott and Rachael Stott are reuniting for another Ty Yorrick adventer set during Phase III of The High Republic. Dark Horse will publish the four-issue The High Republic Adventures: Saber for Hire starting April 10. Star Wars: Visions -- Takashi Okazaki #1 is now set for release on Feb. 21 and not Jan. 17. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Dec. 20 _ Star Wars: Revelations (2023), Darth Vader #41, Doctor Aphra #39, The High Republic Phase III #2 Dec. 27 _ Dark Droids #5 (of 5), The Mandalorian Season 2 #7 (of 8) 2024 Jan. 3 _ Darth Vader #42, Shadows of Starlight #4 (of 4), Darth Vader -- Black, White & Red Treasury Edition (Collects 1-4) Jan. 10 _ Star Wars #42, The Mandalorian Season 2 #8 (of 8) Jan. 16 _ Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories Vol. 2, "Scum and Villainy" TPB (Collects 5-8) Jan. 17 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #2, Bounty Hunters #42, Obi-Wan Kenobi #4 (of 6), The High Republic Phase III #3 Jan. 23 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Menace Revealed, Vol. 4 (Collects The Bounty Hunters - Aurra Sing 1; Star Wars: Starfighter - Crossbones 1-3; Free Comic Book Day 2002: Star Wars 1; Star Wars: Republic 46-48; Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones 1-4; Star Wars: Hasbro/Toys ‘R’ Us Exclusive 1-4 and material from Dark Horse Extra 44-47; Star Wars Tales 2, 7, 14, 18, 20, 24) Jan. 24 _ Thrawn Alliances #1 Jan. 31 _ Doctor Aphra #40 Feb. 7 _ Mace Windu #1, Obi-Wan Kenobi #5 Feb. 14 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #3, Darth Vader #43 Feb. 21 _ Star Wars #43, The High Republic Phase III #4, Star Wars Visions Takas
Wed, December 06, 2023
Episode #372 -- In My Life
The High Republic Adventures returns for phase III featuring lots of regret, but even more love, in a sparkling first issue that sets the tone for the series and delivers a "Some Kind of Wonderful" level of a kiss that kills. D-Squad rounds out its four-issue run with a funny yet briskly paced story that will see its conclusion within Dec. 27's Dark Droids #5 (of 5). This issue had us laughing, smirking and even shed some light on a droid around since Return of the Jedi. Comics Discussed This Week: Star Wars (Vol. 3) #41 is mentioned, but not discussed (13:45) D-Squad #4 (of 4) (14:10) The High Republic Adventures Phase III #1 (30:49) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Bounty Hunters #37 The Mandalorian Season 2 #3 News: The Mace Windu mini-series, due to start Feb. 7, will be price at $4.99 for the first issue and $3.99 for issues 2-4, a dollar cheaper than initially solicited. A full-color cover of Dark Horse Comics' Young Jedi Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue is on the Facebook page. Marvel updated the solicits for its Bounty Hunters, Vol. 7, TPB "Dark Droids." Due out April 24, it'll collect issues 35-42. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Dec. 13 _ Bounty Hunters #41, Shadows of Starlight #3 (of 4), Hyperspace Stories #12 Dec. 19 _ Yoda TPB (Collects 1-10) Dec. 20 _ Star Wars: Revelations (2023), Darth Vader #41, Doctor Aphra #39, The High Republic Phase III #2 Dec. 27 _ Dark Droids #5 (of 5), The Mandalorian Season 2 #7 (of 8) 2024 Jan. 3 _ Darth Vader #42, Shadows of Starlight #4 (of 4), Darth Vader -- Black, White & Red Treasury Edition (Collects 1-4) Jan. 10 _ Star Wars #42, The Mandalorian Season 2 #8 (of 8) Jan. 16 _ Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories Vol. 2, "Scum and Villainy" TPB (Collects 5-8) Jan. 17 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #2, Bounty Hunters #42, Obi-Wan Kenobi #4 (of 6), The High Republic Phase III #3 Jan. 23 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Menace Revealed, Vol. 4 (Collects The Bounty Hunters - Aurra Sing 1; Star Wars: Starfighter - Crossbones 1-3; Free Comic Book Day 2002: Star Wars 1; Star Wars: Republic 46-48; Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones 1-4; Star Wars: Hasbro/Toys ‘R’ Us Exclusive 1-4 and material from Dark Horse Extra 44-47; Star Wars Tales 2, 7, 14, 18, 20, 24) Jan. 24 _ Thrawn Alliances #1 Jan. 31 _ Doctor Aphra #40 Feb. 7 _ Mace Windu #1, Obi-Wan Kenobi #5 Feb. 14 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #3, Darth Vader #43 Feb. 21 _ Star Wars #43, The High Republic Phase III #4, Star Wars Visions Takashi Okazaki #1 Feb. 27 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Rise of the Sith, Vol. 1 NEW PRINTIN
Wed, November 29, 2023
Episode #371 -- Till I Collapse
Obi-Wan faces off against Darth Vader in the pages of the Obi-Wan Kenobi adaptation's third issue and meticulously details the events of that episode, with some intriguing art inside the walls of Fortress Inquisitorius. UPDATE: We've learned that The High Republic Adventures Phase III #1 is apparently shipping early and may be in stores on Dec. 6. Comics Discussed This Week: Obi-Wan Kenobi #3 (of 6) (7:40) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #35 News: Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) will conclude it's run with #40 on Jan. 31, writer Alyssa Wong confirmed on Twitter, confirming what we thought was the case. Is this the end of Aphra? Naw, not at all. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Dec. 5 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 7 (Collects Boba Fett - Bounty on Bar-Kooda 1, Boba Fett - When the Fat Lady Swings 2, Boba Fett - Murder Most Foul 3, Boba Fett - Agent of Doom 1, Jedi Academy - Leviathan 1-4, The Mixed-Up Droid 1, Union 1-4, Chewbacca 1-4 and material from Star Wars Tales 19); The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. II TPB (Collects 5-8) Dec. 6 _ Star Wars #41, D-Squad #4 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #1 Dec. 13 _ Bounty Hunters #41, Shadows of Starlight #3 (of 4), Hyperspace Stories #12 Dec. 19 _ Yoda TPB (Collects 1-10) Dec. 20 _ Star Wars: Revelations (2023), Darth Vader #41, Doctor Aphra #39, The High Republic Phase III #2 Dec. 27 _ Dark Droids #5 (of 5), The Mandalorian Season 2 #7 (of 8) 2024 Jan. 3 _ Darth Vader #42, Shadows of Starlight #4 (of 4), Darth Vader -- Black, White & Red Treasury Edition (Collects 1-4) Jan. 10 _ Star Wars #42, The Mandalorian Season 2 #8 (of 8) Jan. 16 _ Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories Vol. 2, "Scum and Villainy" TPB (Collects 5-8) Jan. 17 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #2, Bounty Hunters #42, Obi-Wan Kenobi #4 (of 6), The High Republic Phase III #3, Star Wars: Visions Takashi Okazaki #1 Jan. 23 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Menace Revealed, Vol. 4 (Collects The Bounty Hunters - Aurra Sing 1; Star Wars: Starfighter - Crossbones 1-3; Free Comic Book Day 2002: Star Wars 1; Star Wars: Republic 46-48; Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones 1-4; Star Wars: Hasbro/Toys ‘R’ Us Exclusive 1-4 and material from Dark Horse Extra 44-47; Star Wars Tales 2, 7, 14, 18, 20, 24) Jan. 24 _ Thrawn Alliances #1 Jan. 31 _ Doctor Aphra #40 Feb. 7 _ Mace Windu #1, Obi-Wan Kenobi #5 Feb. 14 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #3, Darth Vader #43 Feb. 21 _ Star Wars #43, The High Republic Phase III #4 Feb. 27 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Rise of the Sith,
Wed, November 22, 2023
Episode #370 -- You're Not Sorry
R2-D2 visits an old friend, and flame, as D-Squad finally comes together in Dark Droids: D-Squad #3 , while in Bounty Hunters #40 , T'onga's aim to rescue or kill Valance unravel, though a spark of hope burns bright (dammit, Ethan!). In Hyperspace Stories #11 , Mace Windu and Yoda face off against a legendary foe as readers finally get a peek of what's been in Viveen's doll all these issues. Comics Discussed This Week: Hyperspace Stories #11 (15:17) Bounty Hunters #40 (25:58) D-Squad #3 (of 4) (41:45) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #37 Max Rebo #1 News: Marvel's February solicits are out and there's no Doctor Aphra #41. That, combined with the details that the trade for vol. 7 collects 32-40 has us wondering if the series is concluding in January and whether it may return later in 2024. Both the Thrawn Alliances and Mace Windu mini-series will be four issues apiece. Marvel's Free Comic Book Day issue will be Star Wars/Darth Vader #1 and feature a pair of stories by Charles Soule and Ibrahim Roberson and Greg Pak and Ramon Rosanas that focus on a search for Rebel survivors on Hoth and Sabé's pursuit of Luke Skywalker. Dark Horse's FCBD issue is a split issue featuring Qort and Nubs a Young Jedi Adventures tale. Crash Ongwa gets a one-shot from Dark Horse on March 20 featuring the crew. It's written by Daniel José Older, with art by Rachele Aragno. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Nov. 29 _ Obi-Wan Kenobi #3 (of 6) Dec. 5 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 7 (Collects Boba Fett - Bounty on Bar-Kooda 1, Boba Fett - When the Fat Lady Swings 2, Boba Fett - Murder Most Foul 3, Boba Fett - Agent of Doom 1, Jedi Academy - Leviathan 1-4, The Mixed-Up Droid 1, Union 1-4, Chewbacca 1-4 and material from Star Wars Tales 19); The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. II TPB (Collects 5-8) Dec. 6 _ Star Wars #41, D-Squad #4 (of 4) Dec. 13 _ Bounty Hunters #41, Shadows of Starlight #3 (of 4), Hyperspace Stories #12, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #1 Dec. 19 _ Yoda TPB (Collects 1-10) Dec. 20 _ Star Wars: Revelations (2023), Darth Vader #41, Doctor Aphra #39, The High Republic Phase III #2 Dec. 27 _ Dark Droids #5 (of 5), The Mandalorian Season 2 #7 (of 8) 2024 Jan. 3 _ Darth Vader #42, Shadows of Starlight #4 (of 4), Darth Vader -- Black, White & Red Treasury Edition (Collects 1-4) Jan. 10 _ Star Wars #42, The Mandalorian Season 2 #8 (of 8) Jan. 16 _ Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories Vol. 2, "Scum and Villainy" TPB (Collects 5-8) Jan. 17 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #2, Bounty Hunters #42, Obi-Wan Kenobi #4 (of 6), The H
Wed, November 15, 2023
Episode #369 -- I Love You (Miss Robot)
Peach Momoko's Star Wars Visions one-shot is a true masterpiece in form, style and storytelling, wordlessly conveying the past, present and future across pages and pages of electrifying illustrations. The Dark Droids event burns its way through the mini-series' namesake fourth issue and into the pages of Doctor Aphra #38 , delivering a blow to the bodies of all involved, none more than Chelli Aphra herself in a deluge of body horror and, yes, introspection. The Mandalorian Season 2 #6 provides a faithful adaptation chapter 14, with art that's lushly rendered (though the Razor Crest got short-changed!) Comics Discussed This Week: The Mandalorian Season 2 #6 (17:06) Star Wars Visions: Peach Momoko #1 (20:08) Dark Droids #4 (of 5) (24:35) Doctor Aphra (Vo. 2) #38 (40:30) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Star Wars #37 News: Charles Soule, in his November newsletter, says to read Dark Droids #5 (Dec. 27) before Star Wars 41 (Dec. 6) so as to not spoil how the latter ends. The High Republic Adventures comic being sold with the Stellan Gios lightsaber hilt is a reprint of IDW's High Republic Adventures 2021 annual with a new cover by Harvey Tolibao. Marvel's Black History Month variants in February are all by Ken Lashley and feature Kawlan Roken, Bell Zettifar and Ember, Mace Windu, Captain Panaka and Adi Gallia. Looks like the "Logo" variants for January's Marvel Star Wars comics are each series' respective logo. The High Republic Phase III Vol. 1 TPB, collecting 1-4 is slated for release June 18. The Mace Windu TPB is set for release on Aug. 6. It'll collect the five-issue mini-series. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Nov. 21 _ The Mandalorian Season 2 Part 1 TPB (Collects 1-4) Nov. 22 _ Hyperspace Stories #11, Bounty Hunters #40, D-Squad #3 (of 4) Nov. 29 _ Obi-Wan Kenobi #3 (of 6) Dec. 5 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 7 (Collects Boba Fett - Bounty on Bar-Kooda 1, Boba Fett - When the Fat Lady Swings 2, Boba Fett - Murder Most Foul 3, Boba Fett - Agent of Doom 1, Jedi Academy - Leviathan 1-4, The Mixed-Up Droid 1, Union 1-4, Chewbacca 1-4 and material from Star Wars Tales 19); The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. II TPB (Collects 5-8) Dec. 6 _ Star Wars #41, D-Squad #4 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #1 Dec. 13 _ The High Republic Phase III #2, Bounty Hunters #41, Shadows of Starlight #3 (of 4), Hyperspace Stories #12 Dec. 19 _ Yoda TPB (Collects 1-10) Dec. 20 _ Star Wars: Revelations (2023), Darth Vader #41, Doctor Aphra #39, The High Republic Phase III #2 Dec. 27 _ Dark Droids #5 (of 5), The Mandalorian Season 2 #7 (of 8) <
Wed, November 08, 2023
Episode #368 -- Shadows of the Night
The High Republic Phase III begins in earnest with the first of what appears to be a 10-issue maxi-series from Marvel and it pulls no punches as now-Jedi Master Keeve Trennis takes the fight to the Nihil, though with fatal results. In Shadows of Starlight #2 , Avar Kriss and Elzar Mann take center stage as their respective response to the Starlight Beacon disaster take them down different paths. Lord Vader takes the fight Coruscant and Palpatine, much to the Scourge's delight, in Darth Vader #40 . Comics Discussed This Week: Darth Vader #40 (5:30) Shadows of Starlight #2 (of 4) (15:45) The High Republic Phase III #1 (39:30) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Dark Droids #1 (of 5) Yoda #10 (of 10) News: Marvel's The High Republic Phase III will be a 10-issue maxi-series. Artist Cherriielle is doing a variant cover for The High Republic Adventures Phase III #3 due out Feb. 14. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Nov. 14 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 8 (Collects Star Wars: Empire 5-6, 8-13, 15; Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron 1/2; Star Wars: A New Hope Special Edition 1-4; Star Wars: Tag & Bink Are Dead 1; material from Star Wars Tales 1, 6, 8-10, 12, 14, 16, 19) Nov. 15 _ Star Wars: Visions Peach Momoko, Dark Droids #4 (of 5), Doctor Aphra #38, Return of the Jedi — The 40th Anniversary Covers, The Mandalorian Season 2 #6 (of 8) Nov. 21 _ The Mandalorian Season 2 Part 1 TPB (Collects 1-4) Nov. 22 _ Hyperspace Stories #11, Bounty Hunters #40, D-Squad #3 (of 4) Nov. 29 _ Obi-Wan Kenobi #3 (of 6) Dec. 5 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 7 (Collects Boba Fett - Bounty on Bar-Kooda 1, Boba Fett - When the Fat Lady Swings 2, Boba Fett - Murder Most Foul 3, Boba Fett - Agent of Doom 1, Jedi Academy - Leviathan 1-4, The Mixed-Up Droid 1, Union 1-4, Chewbacca 1-4 and material from Star Wars Tales 19); The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. II TPB (Collects 5-8) Dec. 6 _ Star Wars #41, D-Squad #4 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #1 Dec. 13 _ The High Republic Phase III #2, Bounty Hunters #41, Shadows of Starlight #3 (of 4), Hyperspace Stories #12 Dec. 19 _ Yoda TPB (Collects 1-10) Dec. 20 _ Star Wars: Revelations (2023), Darth Vader #41, Doctor Aphra #39, The High Republic Phase III #2 Dec. 27 _ Dark Droids #5 (of 5), The Mandalorian Season 2 #7 (of 8) 2024 Jan. 3 _ Darth Vader #42, Shadows of Starlight #4 (of 4), Star Wars: Visions Takashi Okazaki #1, Darth Vader -- Black, White & Red Treasury Edition (Collects 1-4) Jan. 10 _ Star Wars #42, The Mandalorian Season 2 #8 (of 8) Jan. 16 _ Star Wars: Hy
Wed, November 01, 2023
Episode #367 -- Cuddly Toy
The Bad Batch makes its comic debut in Dark Horse Comics' Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #10 that reveals why it's best not to ever mess with Wrecker's toys. In Star Wars #40 , Lando ' s caught in a difficult situation of his own making, facing unpleasant decisions on each side in his bid to not only save Lobot, but preserve the Rebel Alliance as the Scourge spreads across the galaxy and into living creatures. Comics Discussed This Week: Hyperspace Stories #10 (of 12) (7:40) Star Wars (Vol. 3) #40 (21:04) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #4 (of 4) The Mandalorian Season 2 #2 (of 8) News: Based on Marvel's mail-order subscription form, Thrawn: Alliances is apparently a four-issue mini-series, which seems kind of short to us. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Nov. 7 _ Star Wars: Scoundrels, Rebels and The Empire TPB (Collects the Jabba's Palace, Ewoks, Lando, The Empire, The Rebellion and Max Rebo one-shots) Nov. 8 _ The High Republic (Vol. 3) #1, Shadows of Starlight #2 (of 4), Darth Vader #40 Nov. 14 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 8 (Collects Star Wars: Empire 5-6, 8-13, 15; Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron 1/2; Star Wars: A New Hope Special Edition 1-4; Star Wars: Tag & Bink Are Dead 1; material from Star Wars Tales 1, 6, 8-10, 12, 14, 16, 19) Nov. 15 _ Star Wars: Visions Peach Momoko, Dark Droids #4 (of 5), Doctor Aphra #38, Return of the Jedi — The 40th Anniversary Covers, The Mandalorian Season 2 #6 (of 8) Nov. 21 _ The Mandalorian Season 2 Part 1 TPB (Collects 1-4) Nov. 22 _ Hyperspace Stories #11, Bounty Hunters #40, D-Squad #3 (of 4) Nov. 29 _ Obi-Wan Kenobi #3 (of 6) Dec. 5 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 7 (Collects Boba Fett - Bounty on Bar-Kooda 1, Boba Fett - When the Fat Lady Swings 2, Boba Fett - Murder Most Foul 3, Boba Fett - Agent of Doom 1, Jedi Academy - Leviathan 1-4, The Mixed-Up Droid 1, Union 1-4, Chewbacca 1-4 and material from Star Wars Tales 19); The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. II TPB (Collects 5-8) Dec. 6 _ Star Wars #41, D-Squad #4 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures Phase III #1 Dec. 13 _ The High Republic Phase III #2, Bounty Hunters #41, Shadows of Starlight #3 (of 4), Hyperspace Stories #12 Dec. 19 _ Yoda TPB (Collects 1-10) Dec. 20 _ Star Wars: Revelations (2023), Darth Vader #41, Doctor Aphra #39, The High Republic Phase III #2 Dec. 27 _ Dark Droids #5 (of 5), The Mandalorian Season 2 #7 (of 8) 2024 Jan. 3 _ Darth Vader #42, Shadows of Starlight #4 (of 4), Star Wars: Visions Takashi Okazaki #1, Darth Vader -- Black, White & Red T
Wed, October 25, 2023
Episode #366 -- Electric Funeral
In a case of odd bedfellows, R2-D2 recruits Triple Zero to help him save C-3PO by neutralizing and resetting BT-1. Add in IG-88 and Dark Droids #2 becomes a jocular romp that delivers humor amid the punishing violence. In Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #37 , writer Alyssa Wong attains Ethan Sacks status in terms of heartbreak and emotional wrenching as Magna Tolvan encounters a disaster not of her own making and not of her own control. Comics Discussed This Week: D-Squad #2 (of 4) (6:02) Doctor Aphra #37 (10:24) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Doctor Aphra #34 News: Ethan Sacks' Jango Fett mini-series sees issue #1 out March 20. Its illustrated by Luke Ross. The four-issue Mace Windu mini-series will debut on Feb. 7. Mace Windu is getting a mini-series that starts in January. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Oct. 31 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Monster of Temple Peak and Other Stories (Collects Monster of Temple Peak 1-4 and The High Republic Adventures Annual); Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Dark Times -- Fire Carrier 1-5, Dark Times -- A Spark Remains 1-5, Darth Vader and the Ninth Assassin 1-5, Darth Vader and the Cry of Shadows 1-5, Droids Special 1, Droids (1994) 1-6, Droids (1995) 1-8, Star Wars: The Protocol Offensive, plus material from Star Wars Visionaries, Star Wars Tales 11-12, 15 and 20, Dark Horse Presents Annual ’99 and Star Wars Galaxy Magazine 1) Nov. 1 _ Star Wars #40, Hyperspace Stories #10 (of 12) Nov. 7 _ Star Wars: Scoundrels, Rebels and The Empire TPB (Collects the Jabba's Palace, Ewoks, Lando, The Empire, The Rebellion and Max Rebo one-shots) Nov. 8 _ The High Republic (Vol. 3) #1, Shadows of Starlight #2 (of 4), Darth Vader #40 Nov. 14 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 8 (Collects Star Wars: Empire 5-6, 8-13, 15; Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron 1/2; Star Wars: A New Hope Special Edition 1-4; Star Wars: Tag & Bink Are Dead 1; material from Star Wars Tales 1, 6, 8-10, 12, 14, 16, 19) Nov. 15 _ Star Wars: Visions Peach Momoko, Dark Droids #4 (of 5), Doctor Aphra #38, Return of the Jedi — The 40th Anniversary Covers, The Mandalorian Season 2 #6 (of 8) Nov. 21 _ The Mandalorian Season 2 Part 1 TPB (Collects 1-4) Nov. 22 _ Hyperspace Stories #11, Bounty Hunters #40, D-Squad #3 (of 4) Nov. 29 _ Obi-Wan Kenobi #3 (of 6) Dec. 5 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 7 (Collects Boba Fett - Bounty on Bar-Kooda 1, Boba Fett - When the Fat Lady Swings 2, Boba Fett - Murder Most Foul 3, Boba Fett - Agent of Doom 1, Jedi Academy - Leviathan 1-4, The Mixed-Up Droid 1, Union 1-4, Chewbacca 1-4 and material from Star Wars Tales 19); The H
Wed, October 18, 2023
Episode #365 -- Skeletons in the Cloner
Lando tries and fails to protect Lobot in Jabba's Palace as the Scourge/Spark entity advances in its goal of melding meat to machine in the pages of Star Wars #39 , while Obi-Wan Kenobi gives chase to Leia and encounters a false Jedi and learns that Anakin is alive and not so well in the Obi-Wan Kenobi adaption #2 . Tales of the Death Star is 96 pages of Star Wars horror, from creepy crawlies to zombies, extending the tradition of macabre tales in a galaxy far, far away. Comics Discussed This Week: Tales From the Death Star (6:02) Obi-Wan Kenobi Adaptation #2 (10:24) Star Wars (Vol. 3) #39 (12:48) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Bounty Hunters #36 Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #36 News: Bounty Hunters will end with #42, but Ethan Sacks isn't going anywhere, as he'll be writing a new Jango Fett mini-series starting in March from Marvel. Thrawn: Alliances will be adapted by Marvel as a mini-series starting in January. It's being written by Jody Houser and Timothy Zahn. Mace Windu is getting a mini-series that starts in January. Dark Horse will publish a series of one-shot Hyperspace Stories graphic novels, with Obi-Wan Kenobi and Qui-Gon Jin the first two out of the gate in 2024. Check out the Facebook page for early looks at the covers of Shadows of Starlight #4, The High Republic Phase III #3 and The High Republic Adventures #3. Marvel is collecting the second phase of The High Republic in a hardcover that will collect issues 1-10, along with The Blade 1-4. It's due out in November 2024. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Oct. 25 _ D-Squad #2 (of 4), Doctor Aphra #37, Dark Droids #2 (2nd Printing) Oct. 31 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Monster of Temple Peak and Other Stories (Collects Monster of Temple Peak 1-4 and The High Republic Adventures Annual); Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Dark Times -- Fire Carrier 1-5, Dark Times -- A Spark Remains 1-5, Darth Vader and the Ninth Assassin 1-5, Darth Vader and the Cry of Shadows 1-5, Droids Special 1, Droids (1994) 1-6, Droids (1995) 1-8, Star Wars: The Protocol Offensive, plus material from Star Wars Visionaries, Star Wars Tales 11-12, 15 and 20, Dark Horse Presents Annual ’99 and Star Wars Galaxy Magazine 1) Nov. 1 _ Star Wars #40, Hyperspace Stories #10 (of 12) Nov. 7 _ Star Wars: Scoundrels, Rebels and The Empire TPB (Collects the Jabba's Palace, Ewoks, Lando, The Empire, The Rebellion and Max Rebo one-shots) Nov. 8 _ The High Republic (Vol. 3) #1, Shadows of Starlight #2 (of 4), Darth Vader #40 Nov. 14 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 8 (Collects Star Wars: Empire 5-6, 8-13, 15; Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron 1/2; Star Wars: A New H
Wed, October 11, 2023
Episode #364 -- Welcome to the Machine
The Dark Droids event reaches a sinister point in the pages of issue #3 as the Scourge/Spark/Entity makes a vital breakthrough while simultaneously mounting a defense against Ajax Sigma and trying to take down Darth Vader. It's a crucial issue, not only for the mini-series, but the crossover, setting the stage for the story through the end of the year. In T he Mandalorian Season 2 #5 , Ahsoka Tano makes her appearance, as does Morgan Elsbeth, which, upon completion of the Ahsoka series, carries a great deal of resonance. Comics Discussed This Week: The Mandalorian Season 2 #5 (5:08) Dark Droids #3 (8:06) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Star Wars (Vol. 3) #36 Yoda #9 (of 10) News: Dark Droids #2 (of 5) 2nd printing has been pushed back a week to Oct. 25. NYCC starts this week; Lucasfilm's publishing panel is on Sunday, Oct. 15. Check out the Facebook page to see some of Ario Anindito's pencils for The High Republic Phase III #1, as well as more preview pages of the Nov. 8 issue, along with variant covers for that issue. The Shadows of Starlight TPB (collecting 1-4) is now set for April 30 and not April 2. The first TPB collecting issues 1-4 of The High Republic Phase III is slated for release June 4. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Oct. 17 _ The High Republic Phase One Omnibus (Collects The High Republic (Vol. 1) 1-15, Eye of the Storm 1-2 and Trail of Shadows 1-5); Tales From the Death Star HC Graphic Novel Oct. 18 _ Star Wars #39, Obi-Wan Kenobi #2 (of 6) Oct. 25 _ D-Squad #2 (of 4), Doctor Aphra #37, Dark Droids #2 (2nd Printing) Oct. 31 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Monster of Temple Peak and Other Stories (Collects Monster of Temple Peak 1-4 and The High Republic Adventures Annual); Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Dark Times -- Fire Carrier 1-5, Dark Times -- A Spark Remains 1-5, Darth Vader and the Ninth Assassin 1-5, Darth Vader and the Cry of Shadows 1-5, Droids Special 1, Droids (1994) 1-6, Droids (1995) 1-8, Star Wars: The Protocol Offensive, plus material from Star Wars Visionaries, Star Wars Tales 11-12, 15 and 20, Dark Horse Presents Annual ’99 and Star Wars Galaxy Magazine 1) Nov. 1 _ Star Wars #40, Hyperspace Stories #10 (of 12) Nov. 7 _ Star Wars: Scoundrels, Rebels and The Empire TPB (Collects the Jabba's Palace, Ewoks, Lando, The Empire, The Rebellion and Max Rebo one-shots) Nov. 8 _ The High Republic (Vol. 3) #1, Shadows of Starlight #2 (of 4), Darth Vader #40 Nov. 14 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 8 (Collects Star Wars: Empire 5-6, 8-13, 15; Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron 1/2; Star Wars: A New Hope Special Edition 1-4; Star Wars: Tag & Bink Are Dead 1; mat
Wed, October 04, 2023
Episode #363 - Blue Shadows on the Trail
The High Republic Phase III launches this week with the Shadows of Starlight #1 (of 4), an emotional rollercoaster of an issue by Charles Soule, Ibraim Roberson, Protobunker's Fer Sifuentes-Sujo, VC's Travis Lanham, Carlos Lao, Mikey J. Basso, Danny Khazem and Mark Paniccia. It kicks of this new phase with the ramifications of the Nihil's presence, the Jedi fears and offers hints about events seen in the Prequel Trilogy as the Jedi mission is altered in the face of confusion and uncertainty. Chris Werms joins us for a discussion of this critical issue. Bounty Hunters #39 and Darth Vader #39 continue the Dark Droids event, with T'onga facing the cold reality of a promise made to Valance, while the Dark Lord of the Sith gets to the root of his vexatious issues and gets his groove back. Comics Discussed This Week: Bounty Hunters #39 (6:02) Darth Vader #39 (23:04) Shadows of Starlight #1 (35:18) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #3 (of 4) Doctor Aphra #33 News: Based on the checklist, Marvel's The High Republic Phase III will be a 10-issue maxi-series. We were right. Marvel's plans for a series of Star Wars: Rebels 10th Anniversary variant covers by Caspar Wijngaard will start in January and run through April on both Darth Vader and Star Wars #42-45. Mico Suayan will do a series of connecting-cover variants for The High Republic Phase III from Marvel. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Oct. 10 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 7, “Unbound Force” TPB (Collects 33-36, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #3) Oct. 11 _ Dark Droids #3 (of 5), The Mandalorian Season 2 #5 (of 8) Oct. 17 _ The High Republic Phase One Omnibus (Collects The High Republic (Vol. 1) 1-15, Eye of the Storm 1-2 and Trail of Shadows 1-5); Tales From the Death Star HC Graphic Novel Oct. 18 _ Star Wars #39, Obi-Wan Kenobi #2 (of 6) Oct. 25 _ D-Squad #2 (of 4), Doctor Aphra #37, Dark Droids #2 (2nd Printing) Oct. 31 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Monster of Temple Peak and Other Stories (Collects Monster of Temple Peak 1-4 and The High Republic Adventures Annual); Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Dark Times -- Fire Carrier 1-5, Dark Times -- A Spark Remains 1-5, Darth Vader and the Ninth Assassin 1-5, Darth Vader and the Cry of Shadows 1-5, Droids Special 1, Droids (1994) 1-6, Droids (1995) 1-8, Star Wars: The Protocol Offensive, plus material from Star Wars Visionaries, Star Wars Tales 11-12, 15 and 20, Dark Horse Presents Annual ’99 and Star Wars Galaxy Magazine 1) Nov. 1 _ Star Wars #40, Hyperspace Stories #10 (of 12) Nov. 7 _ Star Wars: Scoundrels, Rebels an
Wed, September 27, 2023
Episode #362 -- Far Away in a Moment
Michael Moreci, Nick Brokenshire, David Kennedy and Comicraft's Tyler Smith and Jimmy Betancourt bring us a rematch between Quinlan Vos and Cad Bane in Hyperspace Stories #9. It's a riveting story that evokes the glory of 2000 AD and mid-1990s Dark Horse Star Wars comics with snappy and snarky dialogue and expansive visuals. In Doctor Aphra #36, Alyssa Wong, Minkyu Jung, Jethro Morales, Rachelle Rosenberg and VC's Joe Caramagna bring Magna Tolvan into play as Aphra and Just Lucky contend with the Scourge. The Mandalorian Season 2 #4 adapts chapter 12 of the TV show in a feast of visuals that mirrors the episode. Comics Discussed This Week: The Mandalorian Season 2 #4 (12:47) Hyperspace Stories #9 (17:57) Doctor Aphra #36 (38:01) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Bounty Hunters #35 The Mandalorian Season 2 #1 News: Lucasfilm Publishing will have a panel at NYCC on Oct. 15. It's moderated by Michael Siglain and features Charles Soule, Claudia Gray, John Jackson Miller, Megan Crouse and more. We'll know more when January's solicits are released, but Marvel is planning a series of Star Wars: Rebels 10th-anniversary variant covers by Caspar Wijngaard. Complete solicits for December, and some for January, are now on our Facebook page. Sergio Aragonés' cover for Dark Horse Comics' Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories Annual -- Jaxxon 2023 is now available for sale via Dark Horse Direct. Both covers of Hyperspace Stories #10 feature the Bad Batch. The issue is now due out Nov. 1 and not Oct. 25. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Oct. 4 _ Bounty Hunters #39, Darth Vader #39, Shadows of Starlight #1 (of 4), Marvel Trick or Read The High Republic: Attack of the Hutts #1 (Reprints The High Republic (Vol. 1) #5) Oct. 10 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Monster of Temple Peak and Other Stories (Collects Monster of Temple Peak 1-4 and The High Republic Adventures Annual), Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 7, “Unbound Force” TPB (Collects 33-36, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #3) Oct. 11 _ Dark Droids #3 (of 5), The Mandalorian Season 2 #5 (of 8) Oct. 17 _ The High Republic Phase One Omnibus (Collects The High Republic (Vol. 1) 1-15, Eye of the Storm 1-2 and Trail of Shadows 1-5); Tales From the Death Star HC Graphic Novel Oct. 18 _ Star Wars #39, Obi-Wan Kenobi #2 (of 6), Dark Droids #2 (2nd Printing) Oct. 25 _ D-Squad #2 (of 4), Doctor Aphra #37 Oct. 31 _ Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Dark Times -- Fire Carrier 1-5, Dark Times -- A Spark Remains 1-5, Darth Vader and the Ninth Assassin 1-5, Darth Vader and the Cry of Shadows 1-5, Droids Special 1, Droids (1994) 1-6, Droids (1995) 1-8, Star Wars: The Protocol Offensive, plus material from Star Wars
Wed, September 20, 2023
Episode #361 -- Paranoid
Ethan Sacks, Davide Tinto, Arif Prianto and VC's Travis Lanham stick the knife into the readers of Bounty Hunters #38, twist it, pull it out, plunge it back in and twist some more because they can. The D-Squad reforms with a new lineup for the first of a four-part mini-series that delivers a lot of mirth, smirk and steady storytelling in a superb effort by Marc Guggenheim, Salva Espín, Israel SIlva, VC's Joe Sabino, David Messina and Bryan Valenza. Comics Discussed This Week: D-Squad #1 (of 4) (11:58) Bounty Hunters #38 (37:45) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #35 Sana Starros #5 (of 5) News: December solicits are due this week. We're getting a Revelations one-shot on Dec. 20 that will give readers an idea of what to expect and where Star Wars comics will be going in 2024. StarWars.com sports some of the initial details about phase three of Dark Horse Comics' Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures, which is due to begin Dec. 6. Star Wars: Visions continues in January with a one-shot issue focused on the Ronin by Takashi Okazaki. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Sept. 26 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 6, "Quests of the Force" TPB (Collects 31-36); The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) Vol. 1 TPB (Collects #1-4) Sept. 27 _ Hyperspace Stories #9 (of 12), Doctor Aphra #36, The Mandalorian Season 2 #4 (of 8) Oct. 4 _ Bounty Hunters #39, Darth Vader #39, Shadows of Starlight #1 (of 4), Marvel Trick or Read The High Republic: Attack of the Hutts #1 (Reprints The High Republic (Vol. 1) #5) Oct. 10 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Monster of Temple Peak and Other Stories (Collects Monster of Temple Peak 1-4 and The High Republic Adventures Annual), Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 7, “Unbound Force” TPB (Collects 33-36, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #3) Oct. 11 _ Dark Droids #3 (of 5), The Mandalorian Season 2 #5 (of 8) Oct. 17 _ The High Republic Phase One Omnibus (Collects The High Republic (Vol. 1) 1-15, Eye of the Storm 1-2 and Trail of Shadows 1-5); Tales From the Death Star HC Graphic Novel Oct. 18 _ Star Wars #39, Obi-Wan Kenobi #2 (of 6), Dark Droids #2 (2nd Printing) Oct. 25 _ D-Squad #2 (of 4), Doctor Aphra #37 Oct. 31 _ Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Dark Times -- Fire Carrier 1-5, Dark Times -- A Spark Remains 1-5, Darth Vader and the Ninth Assassin 1-5, Darth Vader and the Cry of Shadows 1-5, Droids Special 1, Droids (1994) 1-6, Droids (1995) 1-8, Star Wars: The Protocol Offensive, plus material from Star Wars Visionaries, Star Wars Tales 11-12, 15 and 20, Dark Horse Presents Annual ’99 and Star Wars Galaxy Magazine 1) Nov. 1 _ Star Wars #40, Hyperspace Stories #10 (of 12) Nov. 7 _ Star War
Wed, September 13, 2023
Episode #360 -- Pale and Precious
Maybe there is an esprit de corps among the Empire's senior leadership, if only for a fleeting moment, at least that's how it appears in this week's Darth Vader #38, continues the Dark Droids crossover event as Vader confronts the scourge. In the first of the six-issue Obi-Wan Kenobi adaptation, readers are given a faitfhul retelling of the first episode that's capably adapted by Jody Houser. Comics Discussed This Week: Obi-Wan Kenobi #1 (of 6) (9:20) Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #38 (18:18) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: The Empire One-Shot Star Wars (Vol. 3) #35 Yoda #8 (of 10) News: Charles Soule chatted about the upcoming Shadows of Starlight four-issue mini-series. Check the Facebook page for unlettered pages from the first issue. Marc Guggenheim dropped a panel from Dark Droids: D-Squad #2 (of 4) featuring Triple Zero and R2-D2. Dark Droids #2 (of 5) will get a second printing that's due out Oct. 18 Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Sept. 19 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 6, "Bedlam on Bestine" TPB (Collects 29-34), The Nameless Terror TPB (Collects 1-4) Sept. 20 _ Dark Droids: D-Squad #1 (of 4), Bounty Hunters #38 Sept. 26 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 6, "Quests of the Force" TPB (Collects 31-36); The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) Vol. 1 TPB (Collects #1-4) Sept. 27 _ Hyperspace Stories #9 (of 12), Doctor Aphra #36, The Mandalorian Season 2 #4 (of 8) Oct. 4 _ Bounty Hunters #39, Darth Vader #39, Shadows of Starlight #1 (of 4), Marvel Trick or Read The High Republic: Attack of the Hutts #1 (Reprints The High Republic (Vol. 1) #5) Oct. 10 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Monster of Temple Peak and Other Stories (Collects Monster of Temple Peak 1-4 and The High Republic Adventures Annual), Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 7, “Unbound Force” TPB (Collects 33-36, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #3) Oct. 11 _ Dark Droids #3 (of 5), The Mandalorian Season 2 #5 (of 8) Oct. 17 _ The High Republic Phase One Omnibus (Collects The High Republic (Vol. 1) 1-15, Eye of the Storm 1-2 and Trail of Shadows 1-5); Tales From the Death Star HC Graphic Novel Oct. 18 _ Star Wars #39, Obi-Wan Kenobi #2 (of 6), Dark Droids #2 (2nd Printing) Oct. 25 _ D-Squad #2 (of 4), Doctor Aphra #37, Hyperspace Stories #10 (of 12) Oct. 31 _ Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Dark Times -- Fire Carrier 1-5, Dark Times -- A Spark Remains 1-5, Darth Vader and the Ninth Assassin 1-5, Darth Vader and the Cry of Shadows 1-5, Droids Special 1, Droids (1994) 1-6, Droids (1995) 1-8, Star Wars: The Protocol Offensive, plus material from Star Wars Visionaries, Star Wars Tales 11-12, 15 and 20, Dark Horse Presents Annual ’99 and Star Wars Galaxy Magazine 1) <br
Wed, September 06, 2023
Episode #359 -- Darkness on the Edge of Town
The scourge expands and, in the process, realizes that while it's come for the metal, it's the meat that will take it to the next level. The realization takes root in the pages of Dark Droids #2 and only gains traction in Star Wars #38, where Lando takes Lobot to Jabba's Palace in a bid to save his dear friend. Comics Discussed This Week: Star Wars (Vol. 3) #38 (13:08) Dark Droids #2 (of 5) (32:03) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Doctor Aphra #32 Sana Starros #4 (of 5) News: There's a four-page, unlettered preview of Oct. 4's Shadows of Starlight #1 (of 4) that's due out Oct. 4 on the Facebook page. Dark Horse Comics has a digital sale underway of its recent Star Wars comics, including The High Republic Adventures and Hyperspace Stories. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Sept. 12 _ Sana Starros TPB (Collects #1-5) Sept. 13 _ Darth Vader #38, Obi-Wan Kenobi #1 (of 6) Sept. 19 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 6, "Bedlam on Bestine" TPB (Collects 29-34), The Nameless Terror TPB (Collects 1-4) Sept. 20 _ Dark Droids: D-Squad #1 (of 4), Bounty Hunters #38 Sept. 26 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 6, "Quests of the Force" TPB (Collects 31-36); The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) Vol. 1 TPB (Collects #1-4) Sept. 27 _ Hyperspace Stories #9 (of 12), Doctor Aphra #36, The Mandalorian Season 2 #4 (of 8) Oct. 4 _ Bounty Hunters #39, Darth Vader #39, Shadows of Starlight #1 (of 4), Marvel Trick or Read The High Republic: Attack of the Hutts #1 (Reprints The High Republic (Vol. 1) #5) Oct. 10 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Monster of Temple Peak and Other Stories (Collects Monster of Temple Peak 1-4 and The High Republic Adventures Annual), Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 7, “Unbound Force” TPB (Collects 33-36, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #3) Oct. 11 _ Dark Droids #3 (of 5), The Mandalorian Season 2 #5 (of 8) Oct. 17 _ The High Republic Phase One Omnibus (Collects The High Republic (Vol. 1) 1-15, Eye of the Storm 1-2 and Trail of Shadows 1-5); Tales From the Death Star HC Graphic Novel Oct. 18 _ Star Wars #39, Obi-Wan Kenobi #2 (of 6), Dark Droids #2 (2nd Printing) Oct. 25 _ D-Squad #2 (of 4), Doctor Aphra #37, Hyperspace Stories #10 (of 12) Oct. 31 _ Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Dark Times -- Fire Carrier 1-5, Dark Times -- A Spark Remains 1-5, Darth Vader and the Ninth Assassin 1-5, Darth Vader and the Cry of Shadows 1-5, Droids Special 1, Droids (1994) 1-6, Droids (1995) 1-8, Star Wars: The Protocol Offensive, plus material from Star Wars Visionaries, Star Wars Tales 11-12, 15 and 20, Dark Horse Presents Annual ’99 and Star Wars Galaxy Magazine 1) Nov. 1 _ Star Wars #40 Nov. 7 _ Star Wars: Scoundrel
Wed, August 30, 2023
Episode #358 -- Flesh for Fantasy
Sequel Trilogy fans and Kyo Ren and Hux shippers, Hyperspace Stories #8 is your jam. Valance fans, Prequel Trilogy lovers and those who dig Marvel's 77-86 run of Star Wars comics, Bounty Hunters #37 delivers everything that you need in a spurious blend of regret, hope, callbacks to Legends and emotional heft. The Mandalorian Season 2 #3 is faithful adaptation of the episode on which it's based, and hammers home Mando's unfailing politeness and utter gullibility. Comics Discussed This Week: The Mandalorian Season 2 #3 (of 8) (08:33) Hyperspace Stories #8 (of 12) (12:15) Bounty Hunters #37 (26:21) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: The High Republic (Vol. 2) #10 (of 10) Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #3 (of 4) News: November solicits are out, which helped clear up some confusion about October's Hyperspace Stories #10 Marvel's Star Wars comics are now at least $4.99 starting in November. For real. That's pricey. Check the Facebook page for the latest variant covers for September and October's comics. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Sept. 6 _ Dark Droids #2 (of 5), Star Wars #38 Sept. 12 _ Sana Starros TPB (Collects #1-5) Sept. 13 _ Darth Vader #38, Obi-Wan Kenobi #1 (of 6) Sept. 19 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 6, "Bedlam on Bestine" TPB (Collects 29-34), The Nameless Terror TPB (Collects 1-4) Sept. 20 _ Dark Droids: D-Squad #1 (of 4), Bounty Hunters #38 Sept. 26 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 6, "Quests of the Force" TPB (Collects 31-36); The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) Vol. 1 TPB (Collects #1-4) Sept. 27 _ Hyperspace Stories #9 (of 12), Doctor Aphra #36, The Mandalorian Season 2 #4 (of 8) Oct. 4 _ Bounty Hunters #39, Darth Vader #39, Shadows of Starlight #1 (of 4), Marvel Trick or Read The High Republic: Attack of the Hutts #1 (Reprints The High Republic (Vol. 1) #5) Oct. 10 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Monster of Temple Peak and Other Stories (Collects Monster of Temple Peak 1-4 and The High Republic Adventures Annual), Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 7, “Unbound Force” TPB (Collects 33-36, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #3) Oct. 11 _ Dark Droids #3 (of 5), The Mandalorian Season 2 #5 (of 8) Oct. 17 _ The High Republic Phase One Omnibus (Collects The High Republic (Vol. 1) 1-15, Eye of the Storm 1-2 and Trail of Shadows 1-5); Tales From the Death Star HC Graphic Novel Oct. 18 _ Star Wars #39, Obi-Wan Kenobi #2 (of 6) Oct. 25 _ D-Squad #2 (of 4), Doctor Aphra #37, Hyperspace Stories #10 (of 12) Oct. 31 _ Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Dark Times -- Fire Carrier 1-5, Dark Times -- A Spark Remains 1-5, Darth Vader and the Ninth Assassin 1-5, Darth Vader and the Cry of Shadows 1-5,
Wed, August 23, 2023
Episode #357 -- Let's Get it On
It's the 75th issue of Doctor Aphra (when you combine the 40 issues of the first volume and the 35 issues of the second volume) and the latest outing, #35, delivers a mighty wallop, what with the Dark Droids tie-in and Aphra's seemingly new abandon when it comes to interpersonal relationships. Comics Discussed This Week: Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #35 (5:29) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Bounty Hunters #34 News: Star Wars: Visions is returning in November, with the first of a series of likely one-shots written and illustrated by Peach Momoko. We're expecting more of these stand-alone stories that are purportedly to be untethered from traditional canon. Charles Soule is offering teasers and tidbits about October's start of The High Republic: Shadows of Starlight four-issue mini-series on his Twitter feed. November's solicits are due out this week. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Aug. 29 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Doctor Aphra, Vol. 2, 1-25); The High Republic Adventures -- The Complete Phase One (Collects 1-13, Galactic Bake-Off one-shot and Free Comic Book Day 2021 issues published by IDW, along with 2023's Free Comic Book Day issue) Aug. 30 _ Bounty Hunters #37, The Mandalorian Season 2 #3, Hyperspace Stories #8 (of 12) Sept. 6 _ Dark Droids #2 (of 5), Star Wars #38 Sept. 12 _ Sana Starros TPB (Collects #1-5) Sept. 13 _ Darth Vader #38, Obi-Wan Kenobi #1 (of 6) Sept. 19 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 6, "Bedlam on Bestine" TPB (Collects 29-34), The Nameless Terror TPB (Collects 1-4) Sept. 20 _ Dark Droids: D-Squad #1 (of 4), Bounty Hunters #38 Sept. 26 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 6, "Quests of the Force" TPB (Collects 31-36); The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) Vol. 1 TPB (Collects #1-4) Sept. 27 _ Hyperspace Stories #9 (of 12), Doctor Aphra #36, The Mandalorian Season 2 #4 (of 8) Oct. 4 _ Bounty Hunters #39, Darth Vader #39, Shadows of Starlight #1 (of 4), Marvel Trick or Read The High Republic: Attack of the Hutts #1 (Reprints The High Republic (Vol. 1) #5) Oct. 10 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Monster of Temple Peak and Other Stories (Collects Monster of Temple Peak 1-4 and The High Republic Adventures Annual), Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 7, “Unbound Force” TPB (Collects 33-36, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #3) Oct. 11 _ Dark Droids #3 (of 5), The Mandalorian Season 2 #5 (of 8) Oct. 17 _ The High Republic Phase One Omnibus (Collects The High Republic (Vol. 1) 1-15, Eye of the Storm 1-2 and Trail of Shadows 1-5); Tales From the Death Star HC Graphic Novel Oct. 18 _ Star Wars #39, Obi-Wan Kenobi #2 (of 6) Oct. 25 _ D-Squad #2 (of 4), Doctor Aphra #37, Hyperspace Stories #10 (of 12) Oct. 3
Wed, August 16, 2023
Episode #356 -- Behind Blue Eyes
The Scourge takes over the Executor in Darth Vader #37 and it's up to Darth Vader to rescue what's left of the crew, provided the Empire doesn't destroy it in a bid to stem the spreading malevolence that's infecting the droids in the galaxy. Comics Discussed This Week: Darth Vader #37 (9:34) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #34 The High Republic (Vol. 2) #9 (of 10) News: The upcoming Star Wars Insider #220 features an interview with writer and artist Walt Simonson. An excert of that is available at StarWars.com . Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Aug. 22 _ The High Republic Phase II, Vol. 2, "Battle for the Force" TPB (Collects 6-10) Aug. 23 _ Doctor Aphra #35, The Mandalorian Season 2 #1 (2nd Printing) Aug. 29 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Doctor Aphra, Vol. 2, 1-25); The High Republic Adventures -- The Complete Phase One (Collects 1-13, Galactic Bake-Off one-shot and Free Comic Book Day 2021 issues published by IDW, along with 2023's Free Comic Book Day issue) Aug. 30 _ Bounty Hunters #37, The Mandalorian Season 2 #3, Hyperspace Stories #8 (of 12) Sept. 5 _ The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) Vol. 1 TPB (Collects #1-4) Sept. 6 _ Dark Droids #2 (of 5), Star Wars #38 Sept. 12 _ Sana Starros TPB (Collects #1-5) Sept. 13 _ Darth Vader #38, Obi-Wan Kenobi #1 (of 6) Sept. 19 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 6, "Bedlam on Bestine" TPB (Collects 29-34), The Nameless Terror TPB (Collects 1-4) Sept. 20 _ Dark Droids: D-Squad #1 (of 4), Bounty Hunters #38 Sept. 26 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 6, "Quests of the Force" TPB (Collects 31-36); Tales From the Death Star HC Graphic Novel Sept. 27 _ Hyperspace Stories #9 (of 12), Doctor Aphra #36, The Mandalorian Season 2 #4 (of 8) Oct. 4 _ Bounty Hunters #39, Darth Vader #39, Shadows of Starlight #1 (of 4), Marvel Trick or Read The High Republic: Attack of the Hutts #1 (Reprints The High Republic (Vol. 1) #5) Oct. 10 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Monster of Temple Peak and Other Stories (Collects Monster of Temple Peak 1-4 and The High Republic Adventures Annual), Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 7, “Unbound Force” TPB (Collects 33-36, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #3) Oct. 11 _ Dark Droids #3 (of 5), The Mandalorian Season 2 #5 (of 8) Oct. 17 _ The High Republic Phase One Omnibus (Collects The High Republic (Vol. 1) 1-15, Eye of the Storm 1-2 and Trail of Shadows 1-5) Oct. 18 _ Star Wars #39, Obi-Wan Kenobi #2 (of 6) Oct. 25 _ D-Squad #2 (of 4), Doctor Aphra #37, Hyperspace Stories #10 (of 12) Oct. 31 _ Star Wars Legends: The
Wed, August 09, 2023
Episode #355 -- Misery Business
Lando's willing to throw it all away -- reputation, Rebellion standing and more -- in a bid to save Lobot who's been infected by the Scourge emanating out of the Dark Droids crossover event in Star Wars #37 . In the Max Rebo one-shot, our blue-bottomed ortolan takes stock of his life and how ihe came to be in Jabba's service and, more importantly, how he can escape it while ensuring his bandmates don't pay the ultimate price. Comics Discussed This Week: Star Wars #37 (1:39) Max Rebo One-Shot (16:32) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Lando One-Shot Yoda #7 (of 10) Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #31 Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #33 Star Wars (Vol. 3) #34 News: Charles Soule, on social media, has liked Star Wars #37-41 as a direct sequel to the 2015 Lando mini-series. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Aug. 16 _ Darth Vader #37, Dark Droids #1 (2nd Printing) Aug. 22 _ The High Republic Phase II, Vol. 2, "Battle for the Force" TPB (Collects 6-10) Aug. 23 _ Doctor Aphra #35, The Mandalorian Season 2 #1 (2nd Printing) Aug. 29 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Doctor Aphra, Vol. 2, 1-25); The High Republic Adventures -- The Complete Phase One (Collects 1-13, Galactic Bake-Off one-shot and Free Comic Book Day 2021 issues published by IDW, along with 2023's Free Comic Book Day issue) Aug. 30 _ Bounty Hunters #37, The Mandalorian Season 2 #3, Hyperspace Stories #8 (of 12) Sept. 5 _ The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) Vol. 1 TPB (Collects #1-4) Sept. 6 _ Dark Droids #2 (of 5), Star Wars #38 Sept. 12 _ Sana Starros TPB (Collects #1-5) Sept. 13 _ Darth Vader #38, Obi-Wan Kenobi #1 (of 6) Sept. 19 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 6, "Bedlam on Bestine" TPB (Collects 29-34), The Nameless Terror TPB (Collects 1-4) Sept. 20 _ Dark Droids: D-Squad #1 (of 4), Bounty Hunters #38 Sept. 26 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 6, "Quests of the Force" TPB (Collects 31-36); Tales From the Death Star HC Graphic Novel Sept. 27 _ Hyperspace Stories #9 (of 12), Doctor Aphra #36, The Mandalorian Season 2 #4 (of 8) Oct. 4 _ Bounty Hunters #39, Darth Vader #39, Shadows of Starlight #1 (of 4), Marvel Trick or Read The High Republic: Attack of the Hutts #1 (Reprints The High Republic (Vol. 1) #5) Oct. 10 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Monster of Temple Peak and Other Stories (Collects Monster of Temple Peak 1-4 and The High Republic Adventures Annual), Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 7, “Unbound Force” TPB (Collects 33-36, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #3) Oct. 11 _ Dark Droids #3 (of 5), The Mandalorian Season 2 #5 (of 8) Oct. 17 _ The High Republic Phase One Omnibus (Collects The High Republic (Vol. 1) 1-15, Eye
Wed, August 02, 2023
Episode #354 -- You Want it Darker
After months of hype, the Dark Droids crossover event kicks off with a remarkly well-paced and genuinely disturbing (it's a compliment) Dark Droids #1 by Charle Soule, Luke Ross, Alex Sinclair and VC's Travis Lanham. It's a robust start to the five-month event. Hyperspace Stories #7 by Michael Moreci, Andrea Mutti, Gigi Baldassini, Vallerio Alloro and Comicraft's Tyler Smith and Jimmy Betancourt features the series' totem and gives readers a look at a Boba Fett in the process of maturing. Yoda #10 concludes the maxi-series in an exhilarating conclusion that offers up a few cross-media surprises (TV and books!) in a coda by Cavan Scott, Ibraim Roberson, Neeraj Menon and VC's Joe Caramagna for the long-lived Jedi master who's borne a heavy burden since enabling the Galactic Republic's descent into dictatorship and the destruction of the order he was so dedicated to. Comics Discussed This Week: Hyperspace Stories #7 (08:23)) Dark Droids #1 (18:08) Yoda #10 (41:17) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4) News: New Printings for Star Wars Legends Epic Collections Rise of the Sith (Vol. 1), The Empire (Vol. 1), The New Republic (Vol. 1) and The Old Republic (Vol. 1) are due in 2024 The third and final TPB of Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories from Dark Horse Comics will collect issues 9-12 and is due out, per the publisher, on April 17. It, like volumes one and two, will be in the normal comic-book sized trim. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Aug. 9 _ Star Wars #37, Max Rebo #1 Aug. 16 _ Darth Vader #37, The Mandalorian Season 2 #1 (2nd Printing), Dark Droids #1 (2nd Printing) Aug. 22 _ The High Republic Phase II, Vol. 2, "Battle for the Force" TPB (Collects 6-10) Aug. 23 _ Doctor Aphra #35 Aug. 29 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Doctor Aphra, Vol. 2, 1-25); The High Republic Adventures -- The Complete Phase One (Collects 1-13, Galactic Bake-Off one-shot and Free Comic Book Day 2021 issues published by IDW, along with 2023's Free Comic Book Day issue) Aug. 30 _ Bounty Hunters #37, The Mandalorian Season 2 #3, Hyperspace Stories #8 (of 12) Sept. 5 _ The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) Vol. 1 TPB (Collects #1-4) Sept. 6 _ Dark Droids #2 (of 5), Star Wars #38 Sept. 12 _ Sana Starros TPB (Collects #1-5) Sept. 13 _ Darth Vader #38, Obi-Wan Kenobi #1 (of 6) Sept. 19 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 6, "Bedlam on Bestine" TPB (Collects 29-34), The Nameless Terror TPB (Collects 1-4) Sept. 20 _ Dark Droids: D-Squad #1 (of 4), Bounty Hunters #38 Sept. 26 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 6, "Quests of the Force" TPB (Collects 31-36); Tales From the Death Star HC Graphic Novel <b
Wed, July 26, 2023
Episode #353 -- Maneater
Greedo takes center stage in a delightly charming, and oddly dark, story in Hyperspace Stories #6 that helps explain how he became part of Jabba's court and ultimately graduated to bounting hunting. In Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #4, we treated to three stories about Vader, including a hauntingly creepy story about his return to Hoth. The Mandalorian Season 2 #2 deftly adapts the second episode of The Mandalorian's second season. Comics Discussed This Week: The Mandalorian Season 2 #2 (11:15) Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #4 (of 4) (15:55) Hyperspace Stories #6 (30:56) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Sana Starros #3 (of 5) Yoda #6 (of 10) News: The Bad Batch is coming to Dark Horse's Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #10 on Oct. 25. Riccardo Faccini did the A cover and the story is written by Michael Moreci. Lucasfilm Publishing's SDCC panel on July 21 had some solid reveals that we expected, including covers for Marvel's The High Republic (Vol. 3) #1-2, Dark Horse Comics' The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 3) #1-2, Shadows of Starlight #2 (of 4) as well as interior pages for Dark Droids #1 (of 5), Dark Droids: D-Squad #1 (of 4) and Dark Horse's Tales From the Death Star graphic novel. The Sabé in queen disguise action-figure variant by John Tyler Christopher that had been solicited with Star Wars #37 will, in fact, be used for January's Star Wars #42, the artist says. Pair of Star Wars comics Legends Epic Collections are coming, including The Empire, Vol. 8 (on sale Nov. 15) and The New Republic, Vol. 7 (on sale Dec. 6). Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: July 26 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #4 (of 4), The Mandalorian Season 2 #2, Hyperspace Stories #6 (of 12), Star Wars #35 (2nd Printing) Aug. 1 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 6, “Ascendant” TPB (Collects 26-31), Thrawn (New Printing, Collects 1-6) Aug. 2 _ Dark Droids #1 (of 5), Yoda #10 (of 10), Hyperspace Stories #7 (of 12) Aug. 9 _ Star Wars #37, Max Rebo #1 Aug. 16 _ Darth Vader #37, The Mandalorian Season 2 #1 (2nd Printing), Dark Droids #1 (2nd Printing) Aug. 22 _ The High Republic Phase II, Vol. 2, "Battle for the Force" TPB (Collects 6-10) Aug. 23 _ Doctor Aphra #35 Aug. 29 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Doctor Aphra, Vol. 2, 1-25); The High Republic Adventures -- The Complete Phase One (Collects 1-13, Galactic Bake-Off one-shot and Free Comic Book Day 2021 issues published by IDW, along with 2023's Free Comic Book Day issue) Aug. 30 _ Bounty Hunters #37, The Mandalorian Season 2 #3, Hyperspace Stories #8 (of 12) Sept. 5 _ The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) Vol. 1 TPB (Collects #1-4) Sept. 6 _ Dark Droids #2 (of 5), Star Wars #38 Sept. 12 _ Sana
Wed, July 19, 2023
Episode #352 -- Hey Man, Nice Shot
The fifth of the six Return of the Jedi 40th anniversary one-shots is out today and The Rebellion #1 is a master class in blending space fantasy with noir as Mon Mothma finds out she's been targeted for assassination. What follows is a delightfully written detective story as Shara Bey and Kes Dameron, at Ackbar's behest, strive to find out who is aiming for the Rebellion leader and when. This one's a real page turner and brings readers to within three days of the Battle of Endor. Comics Discussed This Week: The Rebellion #1 One-Shot (1:04) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Bounty Hunters #33 Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #30 Ewoks One-Shot The High Republic (Vol. 2) #8 (of 10) News: October solicits are due this week. We'll get details on Charles Soule's new four-issue The High Republic mini-series, as well as the latest info on the Dark Droids event. SDCC is this week. Lucasfilm's panel is on Friday. The final cover art for Dark Droids #1 (2nd Printing) by Ken Lashley and is done in the style of a movie poster. It's due out Aug. 16. Dark Horse will have a B&W Mike Mignola cover for Hyperspace Stories Annual #1 as an SDCC exclusive (1,500 copies) and available via Dark Horse Direct (500 copies). It costs $25. Over at AIPT Comics , there's a solid look at how Bounty Hunters advances disability representation. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: July 26 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #4 (of 4), The Mandalorian Season 2 #2, Hyperspace Stories #6 (of 12), Star Wars #35 (2nd Printing) Aug. 1 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 6, “Ascendant” TPB (Collects #26-31); Thrawn (New Printing, Collects #1-6) Aug. 2 _ Dark Droids #1 (of 5), Yoda #10, Hyperspace Stories #7 (of 12) Aug. 9 _ Star Wars #37, Max Rebo #1 Aug. 16 _ Darth Vader #37, The Mandalorian Season 2 #1 (2nd Printing), Dark Droids #1 (2nd Printing) Aug. 22 _ The High Republic Phase II, Vol. 2, "Battle for the Force" TPB (Collects #6-10) Aug. 23 _ Doctor Aphra #35 Aug. 29 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Doctor Aphra, Vol. 2, #1-25); The Nameless Terror TPB (Collects #1-4); The High Republic Adventures -- The Complete Phase One (Collects 1-13, Galactic Bake-Off one-shot and Free Comic Book Day 2021 issues published by IDW, along with 2023's Free Comic Book Day issue) Aug. 30 _ Bounty Hunters #37, The Mandalorian Season 2 #3, Hyperspace Stories #8 (of 12) Sept. 5 _ The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) Vol. 1 TPB (Collects #1-4) Sept. 6 _ Dark Droids #2 (of 5), Star Wars #38<
Wed, July 19, 2023
Episode #351 -- Crystal Blue Persuasion
Chelli Aphra and Luke Skywalker lock horns with a fabled Starweird in Doctor Aphra #34 , as the fabled space-faring creature proves tough to conquer. Comics Discussed This Week: Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #34 (7:47) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Bounty Hunters #33 Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #30 Ewoks One-Shot The High Republic (Vol. 2) #8 (of 10) News: October solicits are due this week. We'll get details on Charles Soule's new four-issue The High Republic mini-series, as well as the latest info on the Dark Droids event. SDCC is this week. Lucasfilm's panel is on Friday. The final cover art for Dark Droids #1 (2nd Printing) by Ken Lashley and is done in the style of a movie poster. It's due out Aug. 16. Dark Horse will have a B&W Mike Mignola cover for Hyperspace Stories Annual #1 as an SDCC exclusive (1,500 copies) and available via Dark Horse Direct (500 copies). It costs $25. Over at AIPT Comics , there's a solid look at how Bounty Hunters advances disability representation. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: July 26 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #4 (of 4), The Mandalorian Season 2 #2, Hyperspace Stories #6 (of 12), Star Wars #35 (2nd Printing) Aug. 1 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 6, “Ascendant” TPB (Collects #26-31); Thrawn (New Printing, Collects #1-6) Aug. 2 _ Dark Droids #1 (of 5), Yoda #10, Hyperspace Stories #7 (of 12) Aug. 9 _ Star Wars #37, Max Rebo #1 Aug. 16 _ Darth Vader #37, The Mandalorian Season 2 #1 (2nd Printing), Dark Droids #1 (2nd Printing) Aug. 22 _ The High Republic Phase II, Vol. 2, "Battle for the Force" TPB (Collects #6-10) Aug. 23 _ Doctor Aphra #35 Aug. 29 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Doctor Aphra, Vol. 2, #1-25); The Nameless Terror TPB (Collects #1-4); The High Republic Adventures -- The Complete Phase One (Collects 1-13, Galactic Bake-Off one-shot and Free Comic Book Day 2021 issues published by IDW, along with 2023's Free Comic Book Day issue) Aug. 30 _ Bounty Hunters #37, The Mandalorian Season 2 #3, Hyperspace Stories #8 (of 12) Sept. 5 _ The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) Vol. 1 TPB (Collects #1-4) Sept. 6 _ Dark Droids #2 (of 5), Star Wars #38 Sept. 12 _ Sana Starros TPB (Collects #1-5) Sept. 13 _ Darth Vader #38, Obi-Wan Kenobi #1 (of 6) Sept. 19 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 6, "Bedlam on Bestine" TPB (Collects #29-34) Sept. 20 _ Dark Droids: D-Squad #1 (of 4), Bounty Hunters #38 Sept. 26 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 6, "Quest
Wed, July 12, 2023
Episode #350 -- In My Life
A prelude to the upcoming Dark Droids event takes root within the pages of Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #36 that sees Doctor Aphra make a low-key getaway and Vader assemble a new, elite fighting force from scrap. In Bounty Hunters #36 , more seeds for Dark Droids are planted as T'onga and the new crew face off with a somewhat but not quite familiar faleen involved with Black Sun. Comics Discussed This Week: Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #36 (8:54) Bounty Hunters #36 (18:14) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Hidden Empire #5 (of 5) Star Wars #33 News: Marvel's Halloween Trick or Read comic will be a reprint of The High Republic (Vol. 1) #5. It's due in stores Oct. 4. Dark Droids #1 is getting a 2nd printing, due out Aug. 16. Not final art cover by Ken Lashley. As part of its presence at SDCC this year, Dark Horse Comics is hosting a Star Wars-comics signing on Saturday, July 22 from 11-11:45 a.m. local time at its booth. Though it's not yet been announced, it's likely that one of the Jaxxon Annual convention-exclusive variants could be available for purchase. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: July 12 _ Bounty Hunters #36, Darth Vader #36 July 19 _ Doctor Aphra #34, The Rebellion #1 one-shot July 26 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #4 (of 4), The Mandalorian Season 2 #2, Hyperspace Stories #6 (of 12), Star Wars #35 (2nd Printing) Aug. 1 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 6, “Ascendant” TPB (Collects 26-31), Thrawn (New Printing, Collects 1-6) Aug. 2 _ Dark Droids #1 (of 5), Yoda #10, Hyperspace Stories #7 (of 12) Aug. 9 _ Star Wars #37, Max Rebo #1 Aug. 16 _ Darth Vader #37, The Mandalorian Season 2 #1 (2nd Printing), Dark Droids #1 (2nd Printing) Aug. 22 _ The High Republic Phase II, Vol. 2, "Battle for the Force" TPB (Collects 6-10) Aug. 23 _ Doctor Aphra #35 Aug. 29 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Doctor Aphra, Vol. 2, 1-25); The Nameless Terror TPB (Collects 1-4); The High Republic Adventures -- The Complete Phase One (Collects 1-13, Galactic Bake-Off one-shot and Free Comic Book Day 2021 issues published by IDW, along with 2023's Free Comic Book Day issue) Aug. 30 _ Bounty Hunters #37, The Mandalorian Season 2 #3, Hyperspace Stories #8 (of 12) Sept. 5 _ The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) Vol. 1 TPB (Collects #1-4) Sept. 6 _ Dark Droids #2, Star Wars #38 Sept. 12 _ Sana Starros TPB (Collects #1-5) Sept. 13 _ Darth Vader #38, Obi-Wan Kenobi #1 (of 6) Sept. 19 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 6, "Bedlam on Bestine" TPB (Collects 29-34) Sept. 20 _ Dark Droids: D-Squad #1 (of 4), Bounty Hunters #38 Sept. 26 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 6, "Quests of the Force" TPB (
Wed, July 05, 2023
Episode #349 -- Co-Pilot
It's a one-and-done story in Star Wars (Vol. 3) #36 that features a quick-strike Rebel mission on Coruscant with Lando the focus and Nien Nunb, too. In Yoda #9 , the final three-issue arc concludes with Yoda questioning his place in the Star Wars galaxy, awash in regret, setting up the final issue for a personal reckoning. Comics Discussed This Week: Yoda #9 (of 10) (8:54) Star Wars (Vol. 3) #36 (18:14) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Jabba's Palace #1 The Blade #4 (of 4) The High Republic (Vol. 2) #7 (of 10) News: Marvel's Halloween Trick or Read comic will be a reprint of The High Republic (Vol. 1) #5 . It's due in stores in early October, so if you want a copy, ask your local shop. If you have a copy of Poe Dameron #1 with a cover by Pepe Larraz that was done for the UK's My Geek Box, you may want to be sure it's bagged and board. A near-mint copy recently sold for $175. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: July 11 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi Vol. 3 (Collects Dark Lords of the Sith 1-6, The Sith War 1-6, Redemption 1-5 and material from Star Wars Tales 23 and Dark Horse Comics 7-9); Hyperspace Stories "Rebels and Resistance" TPB (Collects 1-4) July 12 _ Bounty Hunters #36, Darth Vader #36 July 19 _ Doctor Aphra #34, The Rebellion #1 one-shot July 26 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #4 (of 4), The Mandalorian Season 2 #2, Hyperspace Stories #6 (of 12), Star Wars #35 (2nd Printing) Aug. 1 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 6, “Ascendant” TPB (Collects #26-31); Thrawn (New Printing, Collects #1-6) Aug. 2 _ Dark Droids #1 (of 5), Yoda #10, Hyperspace Stories #7 (of 12) Aug. 9 _ Star Wars #37, Max Rebo #1 Aug. 16 _ Darth Vader #37, The Mandalorian Season 2 #1 (2nd Printing), Dark Droids #1 (2nd Printing) Aug. 22 _ The High Republic Phase II, Vol. 2, "Battle for the Force" TPB (Collects #6-10) Aug. 23 _ Doctor Aphra #35 Aug. 29 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Doctor Aphra, Vol. 2, 1-25); The Nameless Terror TPB (Collects 1-4); The High Republic Adventures -- The Complete Phase One (Collects 1-13, Galactic Bake-Off one-shot and Free Comic Book Day 2021 issues published by IDW, along with 2023's Free Comic Book Day issue) Aug. 30 _ Bounty Hunters #37, The Mandalorian Season 2 #3, Hyperspace Stories #8 (of 12) Sept. 5 _ The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) Vol. 1 TPB (Collects 1-4) Sept. 6 _ Dark Droids #2 (of 5), Star Wars #38 Sept. 12 _ Sana Starros TPB (Collects 1-5) Sept. 13 _ Darth Vader #38, Obi-Wan Kenobi #1 (of 6) Sept. 19 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 6, "Bedlam on Bestine" TPB (Collects 29-34) Sep
Wed, June 28, 2023
Episode #348 -- Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)
The second volume of The High Republic Adventures comes to a stirring end with issues 6, 7 and 8, leaving readers with a resonant message of being true to one's self while ensuring that others are cared for. Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #3 features three tales that showcase the fury and fanaticism of the Sith Lord by a murder's row of writers, artists, colorists and letterers. In Doctor Aphra #33, an ancient evil is encountered in a puzzle-laden issue that brings to mind the film "The Keep." Comics Discussed This Week: The High Republic Adventures 6, 7 & 8 (8:10) Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #3 (of 4) (41:53) Doctor Aphra #33 (56:40) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Vader #32 News: Per Marvel's September solicits, there will be a The High Republic Halloween Trick-or-Read comic to be given out by comic shops in October. No details, yet, as to what it may be, though likely to be a reprint of a previous story. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: July 4 _ Hidden Empire TPB (Collects #1-5) July 5 _ Star Wars #36, Yoda #9 (of 10) July 11 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi Vol. 3 (Collects Dark Lords of the Sith 1-6, The Sith War 1-6, Redemption 1-5 and material from Star Wars Tales #23 and Dark Horse Comics 7-9); Star Wars -- Hyperspace Stories "Rebels and Resistance" TPB (Collects 1-4) July 12 _ Bounty Hunters #36, Darth Vader #36 July 19 _ Doctor Aphra #34, The Rebellion #1 one-shot July 26 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #4 (of 4), The Mandalorian Season 2 #2, Hyperspace Stories #6 (of 12), Star Wars #35 (2nd Printing) Aug. 1 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 6, “Ascendant” TPB (Collects 26-31); Thrawn (New Printing, Collects 1-6) Aug. 2 _ Dark Droids #1 (of 4), Yoda #10, Hyperspace Stories #7 (of 12) Aug. 9 _ Star Wars #37, Max Rebo #1 Aug. 16 _ Darth Vader #37, The Mandalorian Season 2 #1 (2nd Printing) Aug. 22 _ The High Republic Phase II, Vol. 2, "Battle for the Force" TPB (Collects 6-10) Aug. 23 _ Doctor Aphra #35 Aug. 29 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Doctor Aphra, Vol. 2, 1-25); The Nameless Terror TPB (Collects 1-4); The High Republic Adventures -- The Complete Phase One (Collects 1-13, Galactic Bake-Off one-shot and Free Comic Book Day 2021 issues published by IDW, along with 2023's Free Comic Book Day issue) Aug. 30 _ Bounty Hunters #37, The Mandalorian Season 2 #3, Hyperspace Stories #8 (of 12) Sept. 5 _ The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) Vol. 1 TPB (Collects #1-4) Sept. 6 _ Dark Droids #2 (of 4), Star Wars #38 Sept. 12 _ Sana Starros TPB (Collects 1-5) Sept. 13 _ Darth Vader
Wed, June 21, 2023
Episode #347 -- Like Exploding Stones
Din Djarin returns in the first of the eight-issue adaptation of The Mandalorian Season 2 by Rodney Barnes and Georges Jeanty. It's a faithful adaptation of the TV show's first episode and features the first appearance of Cobb Vanth in comics; Jeanty's art is lustrous. Bounty Hunters #35 begins a new arc with new artist Lan Madina and new team members, including Khel Tanna, Durge and Deathstick as they go after ... Boba Fett? it's clear that writer Ethan Sacks has made this series a living, breathing entity that doesn't shy away from the grim-encrusted gutters and grittiness of the Star Wars underworld. Comics Discussed This Week: The Mandalorian Season 2#1 (of 8) (5:59) Bounty Hunters #35 (9:36) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Yoda #5 (of 10) News: ComicBook.com has a peek at Aug. 2's Dark Droids #1 (of 5), with six unlettered pages and five scourged variants by Rachael Stott. Marvel to adapt Obi-Wan Kenobi Disney+ show in a six-issue mini by Jody Houser and Salvador Larocca in September. (No word if there will be expanded content in this one.) Per Near Mint Condition , Marvel is reprinting four of its Star Wars Epic Collections in 2024, including: Rise of the Sith 1 (February), Empire 1 (March), New Republic 1 (April) & The Old Republic 1 (May). In his latest <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fdanieljosolder.substack.com%2Fp%2Fdjo-june-newsletter%3Futm_source%3Dsubstack%26utm_medium%3Demail%26fbclid%3DIwAR0sP1UEvKXBX0owJTA3XpoeE6mP8MplQeog-XtEekI1VUroKkKxN6nu8Qs&h=AT2V2ITjIS79svS1ypmVuDgp_tedEMvBGKCvP5seRNBiWu6TqJqPeM6zoUyquVaYouVVaJWGS2n2bLGmmDnIiG-NdEFmn5D6Gx5wQYg7iO5HSczNUxcButzkpCq1HkorreWORycNpW_WislkZGgYXJQ&__tn__=-UK-R&c%5B0%5D=AT08898-siRQbRPkcYg7UkhBFMgRidnMsUNdzAfMjXmFlxFPyivFCF0O-UnpIfADNPI5JDa0k88XOM1Y1Sp785kDT2s7X7_2
Wed, June 14, 2023
Episode #346 -- Real Gone Kid
Sana Starros' family expands as her brother, Phel must reckon with his betrayal, in an intriguing conclusion to the five-issue mini-series that delves into The High Republic yet sets the stage for more stories to come (which would be quite welcome!). In Darth Vader #35, Doctor Aphra finds comfort -- and a modicum of safety -- in known that only she can help her tormentor to try and find out why his Force powers are out of whack. Comics Discussed This Week Sana Starros #5 (of 5) (11:16) Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #35 (30:57) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Sana Starros #2 (of 5) Bounty Hunters #32 The High Republic (Vol. 2) #6 (of 10) News: Charles Soule's Dark Droids crossover is not just in August, but also September and possibly into October and November, given it's a four-issue mini-series. The High Republic returns to Marvel in October with the four-issue Shadows of Starlight written by Soule and illustrated by Ibraim Roberson. Like #34 before it, Star Wars (Vol. 3) #35 is getting a second printing. It's due out July 19. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: June 21 _ The Mandalorian Season 2 #1, Bounty Hunters #35 June 27 _ The Blade TPB (Collects #1-4) and Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 6 "Return of the Handmaidens" TPB (Collects #28-32) June 28 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #3 (of 4), Doctor Aphra #33, The High Republic Adventures #6, 7 and 8 (of 8) July 4 _ Hidden Empire TPB (Collects #1-5) July 5 _ Star Wars #36, Yoda #9 (of 10) July 11 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi Vol. 3 (Collects Dark Lords of the Sith #1-6, The Sith War #1-6, Redemption #1-5 and material from Star Wars Tales #23 and Dark Horse Comics #7-9); Star Wars -- Hyperspace Stories "Rebels and Resistance" TPB (Collects #1-4) July 12 _ Bounty Hunters #36, Darth Vader #36 July 19 _ Doctor Aphra #34, The Rebellion #1 one-shot, Star Wars #35 (2nd Printing) July 26 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #4 (of 4), The Mandalorian Season 2 #2, Hyperspace Stories #6 (of 12) Aug. 1 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 6, “Ascendant” TPB (Collects #26-31) Aug. 2 _ Dark Droids #1, Yoda #10, Hyperspace Stories #7 (of 12) Aug. 9 _ Star Wars #37, Max Rebo #1 Aug. 16 _ Darth Vader #37 Aug. 22 _ The High Republic Phase II, Vol. 2, "Battle for the Force" TPB (Collects #6-10) Aug. 23 _ Doctor Aphra #35 Aug. 29 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Doctor Aphra, Vol. 2, #1-25); The Nameless Terror TPB (Collects #1-4); The High Republic Adventures -- The Complete Phase One (Collects 1-13, Galactic Bake-Off one-shot and Free Comic Book Day 2021 issues published by IDW, along with 2023's Free Comic Book Day issue)<br
Wed, June 07, 2023
Episode #345 -- Why Can't We Be Friends?
The Empire looms large over a simple technician working on the Endor moon and striving to make just one friend in The Empire one-shot. In Yoda #8, Anakin and Yoda put the maxim of "size matters not" to a physical test. In Star Wars #35, the origin of Luke's green lightsaber is finally told in a tale that reminds us that kyber crystals are minerals not miracle workers. Comics Discussed This Week The Empire #1 (11:41) Yoda #8 (of 10) (20:35) Star Wars #35 (29:56) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: The Blade #3 (of 4) Han Solo & Chewbacca #10 (of 10) Hidden Empire #4 (of 5) The Mandalorian #8 (of 8) Star Wars (Vol. 3) #32 News: Marc Guggenheim is writing a four-issue mini-series spinning out of August's Dark Droids event. Dubbed D-Squad , it's a return to The Clone Wars band of droids but this iteration is made up of R2-D2, WAC-47, IG-88, 4-LOM, Triple Zero, BT-1 and more. It's reportedly due in August, though we think it'll be out in September. Due out Dec. 5, or Feb. 6, is The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) Vol. II collecting issues #5-8 of the Dark Horse mini-series. The 96-page book is retailing for $19.99. Our pal Drunkwooky is making an action figure of Drunk Wooky ! Preorders are available now and we highly recommend it. Hyperspace Stories #6 is now due out July 26 and July 5 Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: June 14 _ Darth Vader #35, Sana Starros #5 (of 5), Star Wars #34 (2nd Printing) June 21 _ The Mandalorian Season 2 #1, Bounty Hunters #35 June 27 _ The Blade TPB (Collects #1-4) and Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 6 "Return of the Handmaidens" TPB (Collects #28-32) June 28 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #3 (of 4), Doctor Aphra #33, The High Republic Adventures #6, 7 and 8 (of 8) July 4 _ Hidden Empire TPB (Collects #1-5) July 5 _ Star Wars #36, Yoda #9 (of 10) July 11 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi Vol. 3 (Collects Dark Lords of the Sith #1-6, The Sith War #1-6, Redemption #1-5 and material from Star Wars Tales #23 and Dark Horse Comics #7-9); Star Wars -- Hyperspace Stories "Rebels and Resistance" TPB (Collects #1-4) July 12 _ Bounty Hunters #36, Darth Vader #36 July 19 _ Doctor Aphra #34, The Rebellion #1 one-shot, Star Wars #35 (2nd Printing) July 26 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #4 (of 4), The Mandalorian Season 2 #2, Hyperspace Stories #6 (of 12) Aug. 1 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 6, “Ascendant” TPB (Collects #26-
Wed, May 31, 2023
Episode #344 -- Ghosts That We Knew
Sana's family gathers to confront Phel and maybe rescue not only Arrysha but Grammy, too, with a little help from Deva Lompop in Sana Starros #4 (of 5), while in Doctor Aphra #32, Luke and R2 are on a forced adventure with Aphra as she seeks a Jedi temple that ties into The Clone Wars era and could offer up a tool to help Luke overcome Darth Vader. In The High Republic Adventures #5 (of 8), Sav is playing pirate, but for a good cause. Comics Discussed This Week Sana Starros #4 (of 5) (3:12) Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #32 (25:33) The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) #5 (of 8) (37:42) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #29 Yoda #4 (of 10) News: That omnibus we talked about on today's podcast? It's the Gillen and Pak one. It collects Star Wars (Vol. 2) #38-75, annual #4 and Empire Ascendant #1, per Near Mint Condition. Full details can be seen here . Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: June 6 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca Vol. 2 "The Crystal Run, Part Two" TPB (Collects #6-10) June 7 _ Star Wars #35, The Empire #1 one-shot, Yoda #8 (of 10), Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #1 (2nd Printing) June 14 _ Darth Vader #35, Sana Starros #5 (of 5), Star Wars #34 (2nd Printing) June 21 _ The Mandalorian Season 2 #1, Bounty Hunters #35 June 27 _ The Blade TPB (Collects #1-4) and Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 6 "Return of the Handmaidens" TPB (Collects #28-32) June 28 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #3 (of 4), Doctor Aphra #33, The High Republic Adventures #6, 7 and 8 (of 8) July 4 _ Hidden Empire TPB (Collects #1-5) July 5 _ Star Wars #36, Yoda #9 (of 10) July 11 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi Vol. 3 (Collects Dark Lords of the Sith #1-6, The Sith War #1-6, Redemption #1-5 and material from Star Wars Tales #23 and Dark Horse Comics #7-9); Star Wars -- Hyperspace Stories "Rebels and Resistance" TPB (Collects #1-4) July 12 _ Bounty Hunters #36, Darth Vader #36 July 19 _ Doctor Aphra #34, The Rebellion #1 one-shot July 26 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #4 (of 4), The Mandalorian Season 2 #2, Hyperspace Stories #6 (of 12) Aug. 1 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 6, “Ascendant” TPB (Collects #26-31) Aug. 2 _ Dark Droids #1, Yoda #10, Hyperspace Stories #7 (of 12) Aug. 9 _ Star Wars #37, Max Rebo #1 Aug. 16 _ Darth Vader #37 Aug. 22 _ The High Republic Phase II, Vol. 2, "Battle for the Force" TPB (Collects #6-10) Aug. 23 _ Doctor Aphra #35 Aug. 29 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus, Vol. 2 (Collects Doctor Aphra, Vol. 2, #1-25); The Nameless Terror TPB (Collects #1-4); The High Republic Advent
Wed, May 24, 2023
Episode #343 -- Brothers in Arms
Vildar Mac sees the light, literally, as Tey Ferrick proves his mettle, as The HIgh Republic (Vol. 2) #10 concludes with a Jedi victor, but not without stinging losses. In Dark Horse Comics' Hyperspace Stories #5 , a familiar doll proves to be a sought-after token by Assaj Ventress who encounters a pair of new Jedi, along with another pair of rather familar faces (Obi-Wan and Anakin), in a fast-paced story that sheds more light on her dysfunctional relationship with Count Dooku. Darth Vader may be down, but he's not out, much to the chagrin of Cyn, who has vastly underestimated the power of the dark side in Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #2 (of 4) . Meanwhile, two more stories feature a ghastly alien encounter aboard a seemingly derelict ship, while a young villager sees Vader not as a villain but a hero. And, weirdly enough, this episode marks our 350th since we began the podcast back in June 2015. Comics Discussed This Week Hyperspace Stories #5 (of 12) (14:02) Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #2 (of 4) (25:39) The High Republic (Vol. 2) #10 (of 10) (42:52) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Bounty Hunters #31 Star Wars (Vol. 3) #31 News: Per Diamond, some comic shops may find themselves without certain issues of Star Wars comics that are due out this week. That's due to a truck accident in New York last week. Look for the titles ( The High Republic #10 , Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #2 and the Epic Collection: The Original Marvel Years, Vol. 6 ) on May 31 and June 7. Again some shops aren't affected, but some will be. (If your shop uses PRH, you're OK.) Actor Ray Stevens , who voiced Gar Saxson in "Star Wars: Rebels" and "The Clone Wars" and will play Baylan Skoll in the upcoming "Ahsoka" series, died on May 21. Titan Magazine's Aug. 2 issue of Star Wars Insider #220 features a comic-store-only variant cover that uses Walt Simonson's cover for Star Wars (Vol. 1) #52 as its cover. Per Near Mint Condition, Marvel is bringing 1985's Ewoks and Droids series and 2015's Star Wars to its Epic Collections in May and June 2024. Full details can be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RqWIq4wzTx0 . Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: May 30 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Original Marvel Years, Vol. 6 (Collects Star Wars (Vol. 1) #89-107 and #108) May 31 _ Doctor Aphra #32, Sana Starros #4 (of 5), The High Republic Adventures #5 (of 8) June 6 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca Vol. 2 "The Crystal Run, Part Two" TPB (Collects #6-10) June
Wed, May 17, 2023
Episode #342 -- Where Is My Mind?
Iden Versio and Inferno Squad confront Beilert Valance and T'onga's crew in Marvel's Bounty Hunters #34 and nothing will ever be the same again for any of them. In Dark Horse's The Nameless Terror #4 (of 4), sacrifices are made, doubters are redeemed and Ty Yorick takes a big step. Comics Discussed This Week The Nameless Terror #4 (of 4) (14:28) Bounty Hunters #34 (29:20) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #31 Hidden Empire #3 (of 5) The High Republic (Vol. 2) #5 (of 10) News: August's Star Wars comics will feature The Clone Wars 15th Anniversary variant covers featuring key characters from the series. Dark Droids #1, which launches Marvel's summer Star Wars event for August comes in at a whopping 79 pages. It'll retail for $5.99. Artist Lan Medina takes over for Paolo Villanelli on Bounty Hunters. Villanelli is illustrating the upcoming Captain Marvel: Dark Tempest. Upcoming Star Wars Comics and Graphic Novels May 23 _ The Edge of Balance -- Precedent, Star Wars (Vol. 3) Vol. 5 "The Path to Victory" TPB (Collects #26-30) May 24 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #2 (of 4), The High Republic #10 (of 10), Hyperspace Stories #5 (of 12) May 30 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Original Marvel Years, Vol. 6 (Collects Star Wars (Vol. 1) #89-107 and #108) May 31 _ Doctor Aphra #32, Sana Starros #4 (of 5), The High Republic Adventures #5 (of 8) June 6 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca Vol. 2 "The Crystal Run, Part Two" TPB (Collects #6-10) June 7 _ Star Wars #35, The Empire #1 one-shot, Yoda #8 (of 10), Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #1 (2nd Printing) June 14 _ Darth Vader #35, Sana Starros #5 (of 5), Star Wars #34 (2nd Printing) June 20 _ Star Wars -- Hyperspace Stories "Rebels and Resistance" TPB (Collects #1-4) June 21 _ The Mandalorian Season 2 #1, Bounty Hunters #35 June 27 _ The Blade TPB (Collects #1-4) and Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 6 "Return of the Handmaidens" TPB (Collects #28-32) June 28 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #3 (of 4), Doctor Aphra #33, The High Republic Adventures #6, 7 and 8 (of 8) July 4 _ Hidden Empire TPB (Collects #1-5) July 5 _ Star Wars #36, Yoda #9 (of 10), Hyperspace Stories #6 (of 12) July 11 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi Vol. 3 (Collects Dark Lords of the Sith #1-6, The Sith War #1-6, Redemption #1-5 and material from Star Wars Tales #23 and Dark Horse Comics #7-9) July 12 _ Bounty Hunters #36, Darth Vader #36 July 18 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Complete Phase One (Collects 1-13, Galactic Bake-Off one-shot and Free Comic Book Day 2021 issues published by IDW, along with 2023's Free Comic Book Day issue) <
Wed, May 10, 2023
Episode #341 -- Wolf in the Breast
Tey Ferrik finds renewed strength via the Dark Side in the penultimate issue of Marvel's The High Republic (Vol. 2), while in Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #34, Sabé must finally decide which path she should take at the urging Anakin Skywalker. Despite our mentioning it in the show, the discussion about The High Republic Adventures #5 (of 8) from Dark Horse has been removed and will return in our May 31 episode. That's because the issue was abruptly delayed after we recorded this episode. Trust us, it's worth the wait. Comics Discussed This Week The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day 2023 (14:01) The High Republic #9 (of 10) (22:10) Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #34 (35:12) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Sana Starros #1 (of 5) News: The High Republic Adventures #5 (of 8) was pushed delayed two weeks to May 31 from May 10. Series writer Daniel José Older says that issues 6-8 will be released in June. Per Near Mint Condition , the Star Wars Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 6 is due out in March 2024. It collects Shadows of the Empire, along with other Star Wars comics published by Dark Horse. Watch the video at the 1 hour, 34-minute mark. Star Wars (Vol. 3) #34 Set for a 2nd Printing that's due out June 14. The difference? The kyber crystal is red, whereas the first printing was green. The publishing schedule for Hyperspace Stories has been updated and can be found in the schedule below. Check out the Far, Far Away Zine that was released for free in English and Spanish by Adrián Bonilla Comics. It's a great mix of stories, comics and pinups and can be found here . UPCOMING STAR WARS COMICS AND GRAPHIC NOVELS May 17 _ Bounty Hunters #34, Jabba's Palace #1 (2nd Printing) May 23 _ The Edge of Balance -- Precedent, Star Wars (Vol. 3) Vol. 5 "The Path to Victory" TPB (Collects #26-30) May 24 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #2 (of 4), The High Republic #10 (of 10), Hyperspace Stories #5 (of 12), The Nameless Terror #4 (of 4) May 30 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Original Marvel Years, Vol. 6 (Collects S
Wed, May 03, 2023
Episode #340 -- You're On Your Own, Kid
Seven Star Wars comics are out today, with five from Marvel and two from Dark Horse. It's atypical to have so many release on a single day but, hey, it's not a bad problem to have. Still, that means a rather long episode this week, along with ads (12 of 'em) and for that we apologize, though we've no control over it. Plenty of great stories this week, with some standout issues that will chart new paths for characters like Sabe, Chelli Aphra and Luke Skywalker. Let's dive in. (Again, sorry about the ads.) Comics Discussed This Week The High Republic Adventures #4 (of 8) (19:25) Lando #1 (27:12) Star Wars #34 (32:22) Darth Vader #33 (40:53) Yoda #7 (of 10) (48:36) The Nameless Terror #3 (of 4) (57:08) Doctor Aphra #31 (1:07:32) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: The Blade #2 (of 4) Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #28 Yoda #3 (of 10) News: The Nameless Terror TPB collecting #1-4 is due out Aug. 29 instead of July 18, while the Hyperspace Stories Vol. 2, “Scum and Villainy” TPB collecting #5-8 is due out Jan. 16 instead of Nov. 14. Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4) will get a 2nd Printing, including covers by Peach Momoko and Kaare Andrews (1:25). They're due out June 7. Star Wars Aventuras Galacticas has been published by Planeta Junior. It's an all-ages comic available in Spanish in Europe. We've got new Twitter and Facebook banners that we commissioned illustrator Luke Ridge to do. Check them out now on both platforms (also hire Luke for all your artistic needs!). Upcoming Star Wars Comics and Graphic Novels May 6 _ The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue May 10 _ Darth Vader #34, The High Republic #9 (of 10), The High Republic Adventures #5 (of 8) May 17 _ Bounty Hunters #34, Jabba's Palace #1 (2nd Printing) May 23 _ The Edge of Balance -- Precedent, Star Wars (Vol. 3) Vol. 5 "The Path to Victory" TPB (Collects #26-30) May 24 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #2 (of 4), The High Republic #10 (of 10), Hyperspace Stories #5 (of 12), The High Republic Adventures #6 (of 8), The Nameless Terror #4 (of 4) May 30 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Original Marvel Years, Vol. 6 (Collects Star Wars (Vol. 1) #89-107 and #108) May 31 _ Doctor Aphra #32, Sana Starros #4 (of 5) June 6 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca Vol. 2 "The Crystal Run, Part Two" TPB (Collects #6-10) June 7 _ Star Wars #35, The Empire #1 one-shot, Yoda #8 (of 10), The High Republic Adventures #7 (of 8), Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #1 (2nd Printing) June 14 _ Darth Vader #35, Sana Starros #5 (of 5), Star Wars #34 (2nd Printing) June 20 _ Star Wars -- Hyperspace Stories "Rebels and Resistance" TPB (Collects #1-
Wed, April 26, 2023
Episode #339 -- My Kingdom
The long-delayed The High Republic Adventures -- Quest of the Jedi from Dark Horse Comics is available and, to borrow a steady cliche, it was was worth the wait. The creative team has created a lavishly illustrated, tightly written one-shot comic set during The High Republic era that features Jedi, the light and dark sides and adds to that era's steadily expanding lore. In Marvel's Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4) , the publisher's penchant for black & white comics finds firm footing in the galaxy far, far away, with Vader the prime subject in three different tales (one of which will anchor all four issues. There is no sparseness in the visual medium, rather clean, precise lines that brim with detail. One tale, by Peach Momoko, will have you forever looking at TIE fighters in a different way. Comics Discussed This Week Quest of the Jedi One-Shot (11:09) Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4) (32:32) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: The Action Figure Variant Covers #1 (from 2020) collecting John Tyler Christopher's variant covers Bounty Hunters #30 Han Solo & Chewbacca #9 (of 10) News: The 2nd printing of Jabba's Palace #1 has been pushed back a week to May 17. The trade paperback collecting 2018's six-issue Thrawn adaptation by Marvel will be reprinted and released on Aug. 1. Marvel's July Star Wars comics feature four homage variants that sport classic corner boxes. Full details on all the solicits can be found here . Upcoming Comics & Graphic Novels May 2 _ The High Republic (Vol. 2) "Balance of the Force" TPB (Collects #1-5); The Mandalorian "Season One, Part II" TPB (Collecting #5-8) May 3 _ Darth Vader #33, Doctor Aphra #31, Star Wars #34, Lando #1, Yoda #7 (10), The Nameless Terror #3 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures #4 (of 8) May 6 _ The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue May 10 _ Darth Vader #34, The High Republic #9 (of 10), The High Republic Adventures #5 (of 8) May 17 _ Bounty Hunters #34, Jabba's Palace #1 (2nd Printing) May 23 _ The Edge of Balance -- Precedent, Star Wars (Vol. 3) Vol. 5 "The Path to Victory" TPB (Collects #26-30) May 24 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #2 (of 4), The High Republic #10 (of 10), Hyperspace Stories #5 (of 12), The High Republic Adventures #6 (of 8), The Nameless Terror #4 (of 4) May 30 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Original Marvel Years, Vol. 6 (Collects Star Wars (Vol. 1) #89-107 and #108) May 31 _ Doctor Aphra #32, Sana Starros #4 (of 5), Hyperspace Stories #6 (of 12) June 6 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca Vol. 2 "The Crystal Run, Part Two" TPB (C
Wed, April 19, 2023
Episode #338 -- Scary Monsters (And Super Creeps)
After a long wait, Dark Horse Comics's The High Republic Adventures: The Nameless Terror #2 (of 4) returns, and what transpires is a wonderful melange of Alien, Star Wars and cosmic horror as our High Republic-era Jedi deal with nasties that go knock in the night (and day). It's a long issues, at 34 pages, and captures a perfect balance between suspense, cosmic horror and space fantasy. Marvel's Sana Starros #3 (of 5) is a splendid bridging issue that pitches the Starros family's quest into high gear, while at the same time paying homage to the sights and sounds and events of the first phase of The High Republic era, too. Come for Sana's outrage, stay for Deva Lompop's machinations and revel in the reveal of Phel's less-than-honorable intentions. Finally, Jody Houser's three-issue arc, accompanied by artist Luke Ross, comes to a well-paced conclusion in the pages of Yoda #6 (of 10), and readers are afforded a side of Yoda who is well aware of the dark side and its insidiousness, while acknowledging that the light side cannot exist without it. Comics Discussed This Week The Nameless Terror #2 (of 4) (7:45) Sana Starros #3 (of 5) (21:53) Yoda #6 (of 10) (35:57) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: The High Republic (Vol. 2) #4 (of 10) The Mandalorian #7 (of 8) Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #30 News: We're expecting July's solicits, which were mostly revealed at Star Wars Celebration, this week. Upcoming Comics & Graphic Novels April 26 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4) Quest of the Jedi #1 One-Shot May 2 _ The High Republic (Vol. 2) "Balance of the Force" TPB (Collects #1-5); The Mandalorian "Season One, Part II" TPB (Collecting #5-8) May 3 _ Darth Vader #33, Doctor Aphra #31, Star Wars #34, Lando #1, Yoda #7 (10), The Nameless Terror #3 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures #4 (of 8) May 6 _ The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue May 10 _ Darth Vader #34, The High Republic #9 (of 10), The High Republic Adventures #5 (of 8) May 17 _ Bounty Hunters #34, The Nameless Terror #4 (of 4), Jabba's Palace #1 (2nd Printing) May 23 _ The Edge of Balance -- Precedent, Star Wars (Vol. 3) Vol. 5 "The Path to Victory" TPB (Collects #26-30) May 24 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #2 (of 4), The High Republic #10 (of 10), Hyperspace Stories #5 (of 12), The High Republic Adventures #6 (of 8) May 30 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Original Marvel Years, Vol. 6 (Collects Star Wars (Vol. 1) #89-107 and #108) May 31 _ Doctor Aphra #32, Sana Starros #4 (of 5), Hyperspace Stories #6 (of 12) June 6 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca Vol. 2 "The Crystal Run, Part Two" TPB (Collects #6-10) Ju
Wed, April 12, 2023
Episode #337 -- The Teddy Bears' Picnic
Things get interesting between Tey and Vildar Mac as Oliviah lays dying in the desert in the pages of The High Republic (Vol. 2) #8 (of 10), while in Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #30, Chelli seemingly gets her wish to die surrounded by beautiful women. In Bounty Hunters #33, Inferno Squad lays its trap for the hunters, while IG-88 disrupts the grab for power within the Unbroken Clan, much to Vukhora's delight. Finally, the Ewoks one-shot delivers a dialogue-free mix of stories featuring some prominent murder bears in a wholly satisfying, utterly entertaining story that blends love, fear, murder and optimism. It's an instant classic. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: The High Republic #8 (of 10) (22:03) Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #30 (29:04) Bounty Hunters #33 (41:33) Ewoks #1 (55:33) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: Star Wars (Vol. 3) #30 News: Star Wars: Dark Droids Starts Aug. 3 and ties in to Star Wars #37 (Aug. 9), Darth Vader #37 (Aug. 16), Doctor Aphra #35 (Aug. 23) and Bounty Hunters #37 (Aug. 30). It's the new event for summer that was detailed at SWCE. The Starweird are returning to Marvel Comics and Star Wars canon in the pages of Doctor Aphra #34 this year, as is, apparently, Shaak-Ti in #32. Michael Moreci and Nick Brokenshire are doing a story featuring Quinlan Vos and Cad Bane for Dark Horse's Hyperspace Stories #9 l ater this year. The Hyperspace Stories 2023 Annual is getting a pair of variants featuring Jaxxon. Check out our Facebook page for all of the comics-related reveals and news that came out of Star Wars Celebration Europa. Upcoming Comics & Graphic Novels April 19 _ Sana Starros #3 (of 5), Yoda #6 (of 10), The Nameless Terror #2 (of 4) April 26 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4) Quest of the Jedi #1 One-Shot May 2 _ The High Republic (Vol. 2) "Balance of the Force" TPB (Collects #1-5); The Mandalorian "Season One, Part II" TPB (Collecting #5-8) May 3 _ Darth Vader #33, Doctor Aphra #31, Star Wars #34, Lando #1, Yoda #7 (10), The Nameless Terror #3 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures #4 (of 8) May 6 _ The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue May 10 _ Darth Vader #34, The High Republic #9 (of 10), Jabba's Palace #1 (2nd Printing), The High Republic Adventures #5 (of 8) May 17 _ Bounty Hunters #34, The Nameless Terror #4 (of 4) May 23 _ The Edge of Balance -- Precedent, Star Wars (Vol. 3) Vol. 5 "The Path to Victory" TPB (Collects #26-30) May 24 _ Dart
Wed, April 05, 2023
Episode #336 -- Lost in the Shadows
Hidden Empire comes to a satisfyingly ambiguous close in issue #5 with the fate of Qi'ra's pitched fight vs. the Sith unsuccessful. Or was it? It's an ending that leaves more questions with numerous potential answers. In Star Wars #33 , Leia, Luke, Lando, Chewbacca and Amilyn cement new friends -- perhaps potential alllies -- as the flagship comics shifts its focus to Luke's quest for a new lightsaber, while Lando realizes his reputation is more than just a tool to be wielded. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: Star Wars #33 (17:21) The Hidden Empire #5 (of 5) (30:40) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: The Blade #1 (of 4) The High Republic (Vol. 2) #3 (of 10) Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #27 Han Solo & Chewbacca #8 (of 10) Yoda #2 (of 10) News: Star Wars Celebration Europa starts on Friday. We've got a listing of comics-related panels below in the show notes. The covers for the second printing of the Jabba's Palace one-shot are by Todd Nauck and Rachelle Rosenberg, while the 1:25 2nd printing variant is by Alex Maleev. It's due out May 10. Darth Vader -- Black, White & Red will get a Treasury Edition collection in January. More Solo: A Star Wars Story 5th Anniversary variants are filtering out for May's Star Wars comics. You can see them on the Facebook page . If you're so inclined, subscriptions to The Mandalorian 2 are now available via Marvel . Celebration Comics-Related Panels April 7 Star Wars Libri & Comics at the Holonet News Stage (2-3 p.m.) April 8 -- The High Republic at the Galaxy Stage (1-2 p.m.) April 8 -- Bounty Hunters, Smugglers, and Gangsters: The Scum and Villainy Through the Years at the Fan Stage (6-7 p.m.) April 9 -- Hyperspace Stories: Dark Horse Comics Returns at the Galaxy Stage (12:30-1:30 p.m.) April 9 -- Lucasfilm Publishing: Stories From a Galaxy Far, Far Away on the Twin Suns Stage (5:30-6:30 p.m.) April 10 -- Marvel Comics: Star Wars on the Galaxy Stage (12:30-1:30 p.m.). Upcoming Comics & Graphic Novels April 12 _ Doctor Aphra #30, Bounty Hunters #33, Ewoks #1 One-Shot, The High Republic #8 (of 10), The High Republic Adventures #4 (of 8) April 19 _ Sana Starros #3 (of 5), Yoda #6 (of 10), The Nameless Terror #2 (of 4) April 26 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4), Darth Vad
Wed, March 29, 2023
Episode #335 -- Poor, Poor Pitiful Me
The first of the Return of the Jedi 40th anniversary one-shots arrives today with Jabba's Palace #1 and it's clever and entertaining story about the protocol droid seen on screen in the film in the droid torture chamber. Think of it as the comic version of the "From A Certain Point of View" anthology books. In The High Republic #7 (of 10), a popular jedi appears to fall, not to the dark side, but to death, while in The Blade #4 (of 4) we learn about the origins of the Barash vow and it's effect on Porter Engle and the entire Jedi Order. Be sure to share this week's episode on social media and, if you haven't, leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Doing so helps increase awareness about our podcast, garners us more listeners and helps spread the word about the great stories being told in Star Wars comics. Want to help us even more? Retweet the episode. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: The High Republic #7 (of 10) (14:25) The Blade #4 (of 4) (23:22) Jabba's Palace #1 (37:53) Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week: None News: The Blade mini-series concludes today but Porter Engle will be back in The Broken Blade . No details, yet, but we figure Charles Soule will be writing it and it's likely to be a mini-series. Figure full details will be revealed at Star Wars Celebration Europe's The High Republic panel. The Rebellion and Max Rebo are getting Return of the Jedi 40th anniversary one-shots this summer. Star Wars comics creatives headed to Celebration in April include Alyssa Wong, Ethan Sacks, Marc Guggenheim, Charles Soule, Nick Brokenshire, George Mann, Matt Dryer, Daniel José Older, Cavan Scott and Adam Christopher. Dark Horse Comics and Penguin Random House have inked a deal for the latter to distribute the former's comic books. The Solo: A Star Wars Story 5th Anniversary variants have begun filtering out for May's Star Wars comics. You can see them on the Facebook page . Upcoming Star Wars comics, TPBs and omnibus editions: April 5 _ Star Wars #33, Hidden Empire #5 (of 5) April 7 _ Hyperspace Stories Annual 2023: Jaxxon (Mike Mignola SWCE-Only Cover) April 12 _ Doctor Aphra #30, Bounty Hunters #33, Ewoks #1 One-Shot, The High Republic #8 (of 10), The High Republic Adventures #4 (of 8) April 19 _ Sana Starros #3 (of 5), Yoda #6 (of 10), The Nameless Terror #2 (of 4) April 26 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4), Darth Vader #33, Doctor Aphra #31, The High Republic Adventures #5 (of 8), The High Republic Adventures -- Quest of the Jedi #1 One-Shot May 2
Wed, March 22, 2023
Episode #334 -- The Chain
Sabé finds there's no way to avoid Darth Vader, even if her sisters and fellow Handmaidens strive to make her see what's right and what's wrong. Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #32 presents stark choices with no discernible path forward and marks a startling new path for everyone involved. Be sure to share this week's episode on social media and, if you haven't, leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Doing so helps increase awareness about our podcast, garners us more listeners and helps spread the word about the great stories being told in Star Wars comics. Want to help us even more? Retweet the episode. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #32 (9:45) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: Bounty Hunters #29 The Mandalorian #6 (of 8) News: Cavan Scott and Nick Brokenshire are doing a Jaxxon story for this year's Hyperspace Stories annual, which features a Star Wars Celebration Europe-exclusive cover by Mike Mignola. There are 1,500 copies that will be available at SWCE next month, with the 500 set aside for Dark Horse Direct already sold out. Writer Marc Guggenheim has turned in the script for the second issue of an as-yet unnannounced Star Wars comic for Marvel. A pair of delays for Marvel Star Wars omnibus editions. _ The Empire Omnibus , Vol. 2, now due out Oct. 31 instead of July 18 _ The New Republic Omnibus , Vol. 2, now due out June 11, 2024 (yes, next year) and not Sept. 5. The Star Wars Legends Epic Collection The Original Marvel Years Vol. 6 is now due out May 30 and not May 9. Five of June's Pride Month variants for Star Wars comics can be seen on our Facebook page. Two more are still to come: Star Wars #35 and Yoda #8. Upcoming Star Wars comics, TPBs and omnibus editions: March 29 _ The Blade #4 (of 4), Jabba’s Palace #1 One-Shot, The High Republic #7 (of 10) April 5 _ Star Wars #33, Hidden Empire #5 (of 5), April 12 _ Doctor Aphra #30, Bounty Hunters #33, Ewoks #1 One-Shot, The High Republic #8 (of 10), The High Republic Adventures #4 (of 8) April 19 _ Sana Starros #3 (of 5), Yoda #6 (of 10), The Nameless Terror #2 (of 4) April 26 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4), Darth Vader #33, Doctor Aphra #31, The High Republic Adventures #5 (of 8), Hyperspace Stories #5 (of 12), The High Republic Adventures -- Quest of the Jedi #1 One-Shot May 2 _ The High Republic (Vol. 2) "Balance of the Force" TPB (Collects #1-5); The Mandalorian "Season One, Part II" TPB (Collecting #5-8) May 3 _ Star Wars #34, Lando #1, Yoda #7 (10), The Nameless Terror #3 (of 4), Hyperspace Stories #6 (of 12) May 6 _ The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue<br /
Wed, March 15, 2023
Episode #333 -- I'll Stand by You
Sav Malagán is embracing the pirate's life in all the right ways all the while dodging an understandably upset master back on Takodana in the pages of The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) #3 (of 8), while in Yoda #5 (of 10), the bonds of friendship are tested and stretched among Jedi padawans, but is Count Dooku to blame? Be sure to share this week's episode on social media and, if you haven't, leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Doing so helps increase awareness about our podcast, garners us more listeners and helps spread the word about the great stories being told in Star Wars comics. Want to help us even more? Retweet the episode. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: Yoda #5 (of 10) (12:30) The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) #3 (of 8) (23:30) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: Hidden Empire #2 (of 5) Announcement: Our friend Alex Ray, who with Jim Mello created the amazing A Star Wars Comic , was recently diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. He needs help to battle this insidious ailment. If you can give, please do by giving to his Go Fund Me here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-alex-ray-beat-cancer-with-love-and-support News: Marvel's June Star Wars comics solicits feature Boba Fett, the green lightsaber in Luke's hand and so much more. Check out the Facebook page for a complete listing. We should have publishing dates later this week. The High Republic Adventures -- The Monster of Temple Peak is getting collected by Dark Horse Comics, along with other phase one short stories. It's currently due out Oct. 10.. At least three Star Wars comics-related panels are planned for Star Wars Celebration Europe, four if you count Saturday's The High Republic panel. Sunday sees a Dark Horse Comics panel, with a Lucasfilm Publishing panel later in the afternoon. Monday features Marvel's Star Wars comics panel. Marc Guggenheim joined us to talk about the just-concluded Han Solo & Chewbacca maxi-series, the story arcs previewed in November's Revelations one-shot, as well as his new creator-owned work Torrent and the upcoming Star Wars comic for IDW that's set in the Original Motion Picture era. Check out episode #332 to hear it. Upcoming Star Wars comics, TPBs and omnibus editions: March 22 _ Darth Vader #32 March 29 _ The Blade #4 (of 4), Jabba’s Palace #1 One-Shot, The High Republic #7 (of 10) April 5 _ Star Wars #33, Hidden Empire #5 (of 5), April 12 _ Doctor Aphra #30, Bounty Hunters #33, Ewoks #1 One-Shot, The High Republic #8 (of 10), The High Republic Adventures #4 (of 8) April 19 _ Sana Starros #3 (of 5), Yoda #6 (of 10), The Nameless Terror #2 (of 4) April 26 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4), Darth Vader #33, Do
Sat, March 11, 2023
Episode #332 -- The Marc Guggenheim Interview
This episode features a conversation with Marc Guggenheim, a former lawyer turned writer whom you may know for his work in television and comics, notably the just concluded Han Solo & Chewbacca 10-issue maxi-series, the Star Wars: Revelations one-shot and an upcoming arc in the Yoda maxi-series later this year. It's an illuminating and far-ranging conversation and we think you'll enjoy it. You can subscribe to Marc's LegalDispatch substack (we highly recommend it) Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: None, save for those we asked Marc about. Announcement: Our friend Alex Ray, who with Jim Mello created the amazing A Star Wars Comic , was recently diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. He needs help to battle this insidious ailment. If you can give, please do by giving to his Go Fund Me here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-alex-ray-beat-cancer-with-love-and-support Upcoming Star Wars comics, TPBs and omnibus editions: March 14 _ Star Wars Legends: The Rebellion Omnibus Vol. 1. (Collects Star Wars: Empire 7, 14, 16; Vader's Quest 1-4, Star Wars (2013) 1-20, Star Wars Kids 1-11, 12 (A Story) and 13-20 and Star Wars 3-D 1-3); Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 5, TPB (Collects Star Wars: Knight Errant 1-5, Knight Errant -- Deluge 1-5, Knight Errant -- Escape 1-5, Star Wars: Jedi vs. Sith 1-6 and material from Star Wars Tales #16) March 15 _ Yoda #5 (of 10), The High Republic Adventures #3 (of 8), The Blade #2 (2nd Printing) March 22 _ Darth Vader #32, The High Republic Adventures #4 (of 8) March 29 _ The Blade #4 (of 4), Jabba’s Palace #1 One-Shot, The High Republic #7 (of 10) April 5 _ Star Wars #33, Hidden Empire #5 (of 5), The High Republic Adventures #5 (of 8), Hyperspace Stories #5 (of 12), The High Republic Adventures -- Quest of the Jedi #1 One-Shot April 12 _ Doctor Aphra #30, Bounty Hunters #33, Ewoks #1 One-Shot, The High Republic #8 (of 10) April 19 _ Sana Starros #3 (of 5), Yoda #6 (of 10), The Nameless Terror #2 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures #6 (of 8), Hyperspace Stories #6 (of 12) April 26 _ Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #1 (of 4), Darth Vader #33, Doctor Aphra #31 May 2 _ The High Republic (Vol. 2) "Balance of the Force" TPB (Collects #1-5); The Mandalorian "Season One, Part II" TPB (Collecting #5-8) May 3 _ Star Wars #34, Lando #1, Yoda #7 (10), The Nameless Terror #3 (of 4), Hyperspace Stories #7 (of 12), The High Republic Adventures #7 (of 8) May 6 _ The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue May 9 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Original Marvel Years, Vol. 6 (Collects Star Wars (Vol. 1) #89-107 and #108) <br
Wed, March 08, 2023
Episode #331 -- I Predict a Riot
Back to a more manageable haul of Star Wars comics, with the second arc of the second volume of The High Republic kicking off in issue #6 (of 10) as Jedha City reacts to the infighting and riots and the Guardians of the Whills find renewed purpose. In Sana Starros #2 (of 5), deep family ties and history are revealed in a story that stretches back to the first phase of The High Republic era and includes a referential stop by the Solo: A Star Wars Story film. Finally, Bounty Hunters #32 brings Inferno Squadron to the fore, along with a nod to a species that was first featured in West End Games' Star Wars roleplaying game. Perhaps more important, is levels of character development for Zuckuss, which made this issue a standout. Be sure to share this week's episode on social media and, if you haven't, leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Doing so helps increase awareness about our podcast, garners us more listeners and helps spread the word about the great stories being told in Star Wars comics. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: The High Republic (Vol. 2) #6 (of 10) (5:12) Sana Starros #2 (of 5) (17:07) Bounty Hunters #32 (35:22) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #29 Hidden Empire #2 (of 5) Announcement: Our friend Alex Ray, who with Jim Mello created the amazing A Star Wars Comic , was recently diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. He needs help to battle this insidious ailment. If you can give, please do by giving to his Go Fund Me here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-alex-ray-beat-cancer-with-love-and-support News: Marvel is publishing The High Republic Season One omnibus for release in October. It'll collect The High Republic (Vol. 1) 1-15, Eye of the Storm 1-2 and Trail of Shadows 1-5. With Dark Horse's The High Republic Adventures #7 (of 8) set for May 3 and #8 on May 17, the same day as The Nameless Terror #4 (of 4), along with Marvel's The High Republic #9 (of 10) on May 10 and #10 out May 24, the Star Wars comics part of phase II concludes. Unless June solicits have a surprise. At least three Star Wars comics-related panels are planned for Star Wars Celebration Europe, four if you count Saturday's The High Republic panel. Sunday sees a Dark Horse Comics panel, with a Lucasfilm Publishing panel later in the afternoon. Monday features Marvel's Star Wars comics panel. The mug featuring artist Elsa Charretier's characters from IDW's Forces of Destiny comics is now available <a href="https://www.shopdisney.com/star-wars-women-of-the-galaxy-mug-464064082578.html?isProductSearch=0&plpPosition=12&guestFacing=Franchises-Star%2520Wars&fbc
Wed, March 01, 2023
Episode #330 -- Dreams Burn Down
Apparently all the Star Wars comics were published today. Six new titles are out this March 1, including Hyperspace Stories, Star Wars, Han Solo & Chewbacca, The Blade, Hidden Empire and The Mandalorian, giving readers a bounty of choices up and down the Star Wars timeline, from The High Republic era to darn near close to the opening refrain of Return of the Jedi. We've done things a tad differently on this episode, choosing to do quick summaries of each issue and offer our thoughts on them, including what impressed us and what could have been done better. Be sure to share this week's episode on social media and, if you haven't, leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Doing so helps increase awareness about our podcast. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Hyperspace Stories #4 (12) (7:17) _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #10 (of 10) (12:45) _ Star Wars (Vol. 3) #32 (22:21) _ The Blade #3 (of 4) (29:56) _ Hidden Empire #4 (of 5) (37:13) _ The Mandalorian #8 (of 8) (46:37) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Revelations one-shot _ Yoda #1 (of 10) Announcement: Our friend Alex Ray, who with Jim Mello created the amazing A Star Wars Comic , was recently diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. He needs help to battle this insidious ailment. If you can give, please do by giving to his Go Fund Me here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-alex-ray-beat-cancer-with-love-and-support News: _ Charles Soule confirms he's writing this summer's crossover event, which was teased in the Revelations one-shot. Upcoming Star Wars comics, TPBs and omnibus editions: March 14 _ Star Wars Legends: The Rebellion Omnibus Vol. 1. (Collects Star Wars: Empire 7, 14, 16; Vader's Quest 1-4, Star Wars (2013) 1-20, Star Wars Kids 1-11, 12 (A Story) and 13-20 and Star Wars 3-D 1-3); Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 5, TPB (Collects Star Wars: Knight Errant 1-5, Knight Errant -- Deluge 1-5, Knight Errant -- Escape 1-5, Star Wars: Jedi vs. Sith 1-6 and material from Star Wars Tales #16) March 15 _ Yoda #5 (of 10), The High Republic Adventures #3 (of 8), The Blade #2 (2nd Printing) March 22 _ Darth Vader #32, The High Republic Adventures #4 (of 8) March 29 _ The Blade #4 (of 4), Jabba’s Palace #1 One-Shot, The High Republic Adventures -- Quest of the Jedi #1 One-Shot, The High Republic #7 (of 10) April 5 _ Star Wars #33, Hidden Empire #5 (of 5), The High Republic Adventures #5 (of 8), Hyperspace Stories #5 (of 12) April 12 _ Doctor Aphra #30, Bounty Hunters #33, Ewoks #1 One-Shot, The High Republic #8 (of 10) April 19 _ Sana Starros #3 (of 5), Yoda #6 (of 10), The Nameless Terror #2 (of 4), The H
Wed, February 22, 2023
Episode #329 -- Portrait (He Knew)
At last, The High Republic -- The Nameless Terror #1 (of 4) is in comic shops. Was it worth the wait? Yes, very much so. Will it be difficult to wait almost two months until issue #2 is released? Yes, if #1 is anything to go by, since George Mann, Eduardo Mello, Ornella Savarese, Studio RAM, Matt Dryer, Sanjay Dharawat, Stephen Reichert and Samantha Hummer have delivered a crackling debut issue that ties into The High Republic mythology with ease while creating an aura of suspense. In Yoda #4 (of 10) , writer Jody Houser returns to the galaxy a long time ago, reteaming with artist Luke Ross for a three-issue arc that features Yoda in a story set before the Prequel Trilogy and featuring Jedi Master Dooku. THey're joined by color artist Nolan Woodard and letter Joe Caramagna of Virtual Caligraphy. It's a well-paced start that gives us more elements of the Count before his faith in the Jedi was lost and features a trio of young Padawans -- a togorian, wookiee and trandoshan -- that echoes Dooku's own relationship with SIfo-Dyas. Astute readers will recognize a key event in this issue from the pages of Age of Republic: Count Dooku #1 . That issue has more emotional heft now. Finally, in Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #29, Aphra finds herself in an unusual spot: Completely oblvious to the Spark's dire plans. The story by Alyssa Wong, artist Natacha Bustos, color artist Rachelle Rosenberg and letter Joe Caramagna, blends long-ago history with the effort by Chelli's friends to come to her rescue in a brisk story. Be sure share this week's episode on social media and, if you haven't, leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Doing so helps increase awareness about our podcast. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ The Nameless Terror #1 (of 4) (6:05) _ Yoda #4 (of 10) (20:27) _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #29 (35:43) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #26 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #7 (of 10) _ Hidden Empire #1 (of 5) Announcement: Our friend Alex Ray, who with Jim Mello created the amazing A Star Wars Comic , was recently diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. He needs help to battle this insidious ailment. If you can give, please do by giving to his Go Fund Me here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-alex-ray-beat-cancer-with-love-and-support News: _ Cavan Scott is writing Star Wars: Tales From the Death Star for Dark Horse and it's due out Sept. 5, featuring art by Eric Powell, Soo Lee, Vincenzo Riccardi, Ingo Roemling and Juan Samu. _ The Nameless Terror #2 has been pushed back to April 19. Also pushed back? The Nameless Terror #3 to May 3 from April 19, while The Nameless Terror #4 is still due out May 17, per Dark Horse. _ Per Dark Horse Comics, St
Wed, February 15, 2023
Episode #328 -- Be Still My Beating Heart
Only love can, and will, break your heart, as Valance learns in the pages of Bounty Hunters #31 with his hope for a quiet life with Jyala brutally erased. It's T'onga who steps up to carry him away in a bid to find some sort of peace, be it inner or outer, though it's clear than an inferno is brewing. In Star Wars #31 , Amilyn Holdo gives new meaning to "the Holdo Maneuver," as she, Luke, Leia, Lando, Chewie and Lobot find themselves mystified yet intrigued by the No-Space locale and the history of a long-dead Jedi from The High Republic Era. Be sure share this week's episode on social media and, if you haven't, leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Doing so helps increase awareness about our podcast. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Bounty Hunters #31 (12:23) _ Star Wars (Vol. 3) #31 (25:19) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ The High Republic (Vol. 2) #2 (of 10) News: _ Lando #1 is the latest one-shot, coming in May, from Marvel as part of its celebration of Return of the Jedi's 40th anniversary. It will join the already announced Jabba's Palace and Ewoks one-shots, along with the as-yet announced Emperor Palpatine , Stormtroopers and Smugglers one-shots. All six issues will be collected in a TPB due out Oct. 31 called Star Wars: Scoundrels, Rebels and The Empire . _ Look out for The Mandalorian 2 , a likely eight-issue maxi-series adapting season two of the Disney+ television series, later this year, probably in May or June. It'll feature the same creative team as the just-concluded The Mandalorian adaptation. _ The Blade TPB, collecting the four-issue mini-series, appears set for release on June 27. _ All 10 issues of the Yoda maxi-series will be collected in one trade-paperback and is due for release Oct. 31. _ Artist Elsa Charretier's art for Star Wars -- Forces of Destiny characters can be found on coffee mugs for sale at Disneyland Paris. Upcoming Star Wars comics, TPBs and omnibus editions: Feb. 22 _ Doctor Aphra #29, Yoda #4 (of 10), The Nameless Terror #1 (of 4) March 1 _ The Blade #3 (of 4), Star Wars #32, Hidden Empire #4 (of 5), Han Solo & Chewbacca #10 (of 10), The Mandalorian #8 (of 8), Hyperspace Stories #4 (of 12) March 8 _ Bounty Hunters #32, Sana Starros #2 (of 5), The High Republic #6 (of 10), Hyperspace Stories #5 (of 12) March 14 _ Star Wars Legends: The Rebellion Omnibus Vol. 1. (Collects Star Wars: Empire 7, 14, 16; Vader's Quest 1-4, Star Wars (2013) 1-20, Star Wars Kids 1-11, 12 (A Story) and 13-20 and Star Wars 3-D 1-3); Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Repub
Wed, February 08, 2023
Episode #327 -- Rough Night in Jericho
Years of close-quarter living erupt as the powder keg that is Jedha City finally ignites in The High Republic (Vol. 2) #5 (of 10) in an issue that features several key first appearances and is better understood if you've listened to (or read) George Mann's The Battle of Jedha . Hidden Empire #3 (of 5) ties into events from Darth Vader (Vol. 2), as well as Crimson Reign and the first Lando mini-series as Chanath Cha and the Orphans take him on with results that left us surprised. Finally, in Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #31, Anakin/Vader tries to right what seems to be the biggest mistake of his life as seeks to press the Handmaidens into his -- and the Empire's -- service as they strive to rescue Sabe from Jul Tambor. Be sure share this week's episode on social media and, if you haven't, leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ The High Republic #5 (of 10) (14:29) _ Hidden Empire #3 (of 5) (28:40) _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #31 (43:14) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Star Wars #29 _ Bounty Hunters #28 _ The Mandalorian #5 (of 8) News: _ Dark Horse will collect IDW's The High Republic Adventures 13-issue series in a TPB due for release in August. What's missing though is the Galactic Bake-Off one-shot, the 2021 annual and the 2021 and 2023 Free Comic Book Day issues. At least for now. That could change. _ Due out Oct. 31 is the Star Wars: Scoundrels, Rebels and The Empire TPB collecting the six Return of the Jedi one-shots out this year: Jabba's Palace , Ewoks , Lando , Emperor Palpatine , Stormtroopers and Smugglers , along with all 40 ROTJ 40th Anniversary variant covers. _ Two new Star Wars Comics omnibuses coming in 4Q23, per Near Mint Condition : The Rebellion Vol. 2 and Tales of the Jedi . _ Due in December and January are a pair of Star Wars Legends Epic Collections: The Menace Revealed Vol. 4 and The New Republic Vol. 7. Upcoming Star Wars comics, TPBs and omnibus editions: Feb. 14 _ Bounty Hunters , Vol. 5 "The Raid on the Vermillion" TPB (Collects #23-28) Feb. 15 _ Star Wars #31, Bounty Hunters #31 Feb. 22 _ Doctor Aphra #29, Yoda #4 (of 10), The Nameless Terror #1 (of 4) March 1 _ The Blade #3 (of 4), Star Wars #32, Hidden Empire #4
Wed, February 01, 2023
Episode #326 -- Keep the Family Close
Almost eight years since her debut in the early issues of 2015's Star Wars (Vol. 2), Sana Starros is leading her own five-issue mini-series ( Star Wars: Sana Starros ) that promises to detail her early life and how she came to be who she is. The series -- written by Justina Ireland , illustrated by Pere Pérez , colored by Jay David Ramos , lettered by VC's Travis Lanham , with book design by Carlos Lao , and edited by Mikey J. Basso , Danny Khazem and Mark Paniccia -- begins with a fast start, introducing readers old and new to Sana herself and bringing her extended family into the picture, too, setting up a heist that will see the Starros family tangle with the Empire. Be sure share this week's episode on social media and, if you haven't leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Sana Starros #1 (of 5) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #25 News: _ The Blade #2 (of 4) is getting a second printing. Look for it on March 15. (No cover reveal, yet.) _ If you're near an Ollie's, they've got IDW's The High Republic Adventures, Star Wars Adventures, Weapon of a Jedi and others in the $7.99 10-pack bundles. _ Full details on Dark Horse's Free Comic Book Day issue of The High Republic Adventures is on the Facebook page , including the solicit. It's out May 6. _ Speaking of Dark Horse, the publisher has updated its schedule (see below for the latest dates). _ Peach Momoko's Women's History month variants feature a bevy of characters, including: Amilyn Holdo , Resistance leader known for her brave sacrifice in The Last Jedi Barash , gifted Jedi gifted Jedi whose name is forever linked the “Barash Vow” and whose story is currently being told in Star Wars: The Blade Chanath Cha , deadly bounty hunter who’s currently targeting Darth Vader in Hidden Empire and who first appeared in the first Lando mini-series Domina Tagge , proud head of the Tagge family who recently sought revenge against Doctor Aphra in the pages of her ongoing solo series Gheyr , a young Jedi padawan debuting in Yoda #4 Grammy Starros , matriarch of the Starros clan who made her first appearance in this week's Sana Starros #1 Khel Tanna , scoundrel employed by Jabba the Hutt currently teaming up with Han Solo in the Han Solo & Chewbacca maxi-series Leia , the groundbreaking icon is depicted in the Boussh disguise she used to infiltrate Jabba’s Palace in Return of the Jedi Matty , a Jedi Padawan helping Vildar Mac in the
Wed, January 25, 2023
Episode #325 -- Opportunities (Let's Make Lots of Money)
Yoda pulls an all-too familiar Jedi move by walking away when the results aren't what was expected yet pulls a humility shocker by returning to the Scalvi people he abandoned in Yoda #3 (of 4). In The Blade #2 (of 4), Porter Engle and Barash play it cool and level-headed, to a certain point, as a siege situation quickly spirals out of control. In Doctor Aphra #28, Sana Starros and the crew learn the finer points of corporate raiding and takeovers as Domina Tagge shows why any acquisition, no matter how hostile, is nothing but smoke and mirrors. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Yoda #3 (of 10) (9:58) _ The Blade #2 (of 4) (28:08) _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #28 (49:28) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #28 News _ Marvel's Doctor Aphra Series is among the nominees for the 34th GLAAD Awards in the Outstanding Comic Book Category. _ April solicits are out for Marvel and Dark Horse. VIsit the Facebook page to learn all about them. _ Artist Ingo Römling, who did Star Wars Rebels and Resistance comics and the Smuggler's Run adaptation, tweets he's doing a Star Wars comic with Cavan Scott for Dark Horse. _ John Tyler Christopher's Star Wars #32 action-figure variant features Jar Jar Binks, while Chris Sprouse, Karl Story and Neeraj Menon's Return of the Jedi 40th Anniversary variant features the gang headed to their "doom." Both are due out March 1. Upcoming Star Wars comics, TPBs and omnibus editions: Jan. 31 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus, Vol. 1 (2nd Printing) (Collects Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1), #1-40; Annuals #1-3; Darth Vader (2015) #3-4, 8, 21, 25; Star Wars (2015) #13, 19, #31-32; The Screaming Citadel #1; and material from Empire Ascendant #1) Feb. 1 _ Sana Starros #1 (of 5) Feb. 7 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Menace Revealed, Vol. 3 (Collects Star Wars #36-45, Star Wars: Jedi Quest #1-4, Star Wars: Jango Fett #1, Star Wars: Zam Wesell #1) Feb. 8 _ The High Republic #5, Hidden Empire #3, Darth Vader #31 Feb. 14 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 5 "The Raid on the Vermillion" TPB (Collects #23-28) Feb. 15 _ Star Wars #31, Bounty Hunters #31, The High Republic Adventures #3 (of 8) Feb. 22 _ Doctor Aphra #29, Yoda #4 (of 10), The High Republic Adventures #4 (of 8), The Nameless Terror #1 (of 4), Hyperspace Stories #4 (of 12), March 1 _ The Blade #3 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures -- Quest of the Jedi #1 One-Shot, Star Wars #32, Hidden Empire #4 (of 5), Han Solo & Chewbacca #10 (of 10), The Mandalorian #8, Hyperspace Stories #5 (of 12) March 8 _ Bounty Hunters #32, Sana Starros #2 (of 5), The High Republic #6 (of 10) March 14 _ Star Wars Legends: The Rebellion Omnibus Vol. 1. (Collects Star Wars: Empire 7, 14,
Wed, January 18, 2023
Episode #324 -- Breathing
Bounty Hunters #30 lays it all on the line as secrets are revealed, misconceptions are cleared up and revenge takes center stage, seeding the series' upcoming issues, include what we believe will see a popular Imperial squadron that first appeared in the videogames. In Han Solo & Chewbacca #9 (of 10), the details of the macguffin come into focus in a rollicking issue that will have fans of Star Wars: Resistance going "Hey!" Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Bounty Hunters #30 (12:40) _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #9 (of 10) (37:50) _ Revelations #1 (2nd Printing) _ Yoda #1 (of 10) (2nd Printing) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Star Wars: Visions _ The High Republic (Vol. 2) #1 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3) #28 News _ Marvel announced a new four-issue mini-series focused on Darth Vader written by Jason Aaron, Torunn Gronbekk and Peach Momoko. Darth Vader -- Black, White & Red appears set to debut April 26. _ Charles Soule talked about revealing Porter Engle's backstory and seeding the next phase of The High Republic in the four-issue The Blade mini-series with ComicBook.com . The dispatch also features four pages of art from The Blade #2 due out Jan. 25. _ More changes to upcoming Star Wars comics publishing dates, with The High Republic Adventures #3 moving to Feb. 15 from Jan. 25, Hyperspace Stories #4 (of 12) now due Feb. 15 from Feb. 1, Hyperspace Stories #5 due Feb. 22 from Feb. 15, The Mandalorian #8 moving to March 1 from Feb. 15. Additionally, Bounty Hunters Vol. 5, "The Raid on the Vermillion" is now due out Feb. 14 and not Jan. 31, the Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic Vol. 5 is pushed back a week to March 14 and The Mandalorian - Season One, Part Two is now coming out May 2 and not April 4. Upcoming Star Wars comics, TPBs and omnibus editions: Jan. 24 _ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Vol. 1 Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Mara Jade - By the Emperor's Hand #0-6, Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire - Evolution #1-5, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Leader #1-3, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron #1-35, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron Special #1, Star Wars Handbook #1 and material from Star Wars Tales #10, 12, 15, 23) Jan. 25 _ The Blade #2 (of 4), Doctor Aphra #28, Yoda #3 (of 10) Jan. 31 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus, Vol. 1 (2nd Printing) (Collects Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1), #1-40; Annuals #1-3; Darth Vader (2015) #3-4, 8, 21, 25; Star Wars (2015) #13, 19, #31-32; The Screaming Citadel #1; and ma
Wed, January 11, 2023
Episode #323 -- Sailing for Adventure
Five books out today but four are new, including The High Republic #4, The Mandalorian #7, Darth Vader #30 and The High Republic Adventures #2 from Marvel and Dark Horse Comics. In The High Republic #4, real-world contemporary events -- alternative facts, dissonant narratives and fictional claims -- permeate the atmosphere of Jedha City, leading to peril. In The Mandalorian #7, the Mandalorian, Cara Dune and Kuill return with the Child and Greef Karga has a change of heart. In Darth Vader #30, the handmaidens of Padme learn an uncomfortable truth about not just Sabe, but themselves, too. In The High Republic Adventures #2, Sav learns never to underestimate Maz Kanata as readers are treated to the weirdest yet funniest pirates in Star Wars ever, a new relationship and so much more. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ The High Republic (Vol. 2) #4 (09:10) _ The Mandalorian #7 (24:30) _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #30 (28:36) _ The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) #2 (of 8) (36:40) _ Hidden Empire #1 (2nd Printing) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ The Mandalorian #4 News _ Three more Black History Month variant covers by Mateus Manhanini for Star Wars #31 (Solo: A Star Wars Story-era Lando Calrission!), The Mandalorian #8 (Greef Karga) and Bounty Hunters #31 featuring Lt. Jyala Haydenn. All are due out Feb. 15. _ Over at Comic Book Resources , Thomas Panter writes about Doctor Aphra, noting that the Star Wars title "has made a name for itself as a champion of LGBTQ+ representation." (https://bit.ly/3X2dVHf) _ More retailer-exclusive variants are available for Sana Starros #1 (of 5) from Pink a la Mode by Jan Duursema and Hidden Empire #3 (of 5) by Patch Zircher. Upcoming Star Wars comics, TPBs and omnibus editions: Jan. 18 _ Bounty Hunters #30, Han Solo & Chewbacca #9 (of 10), Revelations #1 (2nd Printing), Yoda #1 (2nd Printing) Jan. 24 _ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Vol. 1 Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Mara Jade - By the Emperor's Hand #0-6, Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire - Evolution #1-5, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Leader #1-3, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron #1-35, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron Special #1, Star Wars Handbook #1 and material from Star Wars Tales #10, 12, 15, 23) Jan. 25 _ The Blade #2 (of 4), Doctor Aphra #28, Yoda #3 (of 10) Jan. 31 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus, Vol. 1 (2nd Printing) (Collects Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1), #1-40; Annuals #1-3; Darth Vader (2015) #3-4, 8, 21, 25; Star Wars (2015) #13, 19, #31-32; The S
Wed, January 04, 2023
Episode #322 -- In the City
After five books the week prior, we're down to just one new Star Wars comic this week -- Star Wars (Vol. 3) #30 -- but the lone title has much to offer in terms of advancing the story arc as well as linking to Lucasfilm's ambitious new era, The High Republic. Featuring classic Original Trilogy stalwarts, Lando, Leia, Luke and Chewbacca, along with the Sequel Trilogy's Amilyn Holdo, the Rebels are adrift in No-Space in a bid to find fuel for the Rebellion. What transpires is a confrontation with Nihil droids and a surprising final page that leads into the next issue. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Star Wars #30 (6:01) _ The High Republic #2 (2nd Printing) _ The Mandalorian #5 (2nd Printing) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #24 _ Han Solo & Chewbaca #6 (of 10) News _ It's a new year! Upcoming Star Wars comics, TPBs and omnibus editions: Jan. 10 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 5: The Shadow's Shadow TPB (Collects #23-27 Jan. 11 _ Darth Vader #30, The Mandalorian #7 (of 8), The High Republic #4 (of 10), The High Republic Adventures #2 (of 8), Hidden Empire #1 (2nd Printing) Jan. 18 _ Bounty Hunters #30, Han Solo & Chewbacca #9 (of 10), Revelations #1 (2nd Printing), Yoda #1 (2nd Printing) Jan. 24 _ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Vol. 1 Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Mara Jade - By the Emperor's Hand #0-6, Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire - Evolution #1-5, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Leader #1-3, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron #1-35, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron Special #1, Star Wars Handbook #1 and material from Star Wars Tales #10, 12, 15, 23) Jan. 25 _ The Blade #2 (of 4), Doctor Aphra #28, Yoda #3 (of 10), The High Republic Adventures #3 (of 8) Jan. 31 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus, Vol. 1 (2nd Printing) (Collects Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1), #1-40; Annuals #1-3; Darth Vader (2015) #3-4, 8, 21, 25; Star Wars (2015) #13, 19, #31-32; The Screaming Citadel #1; and material from Empire Ascendant #1); Bounty Hunters, Vol. 5 "The Raid on the Vermillion" TPB (Collects #23-28) Feb. 1 _ Sana Starros #1 (of 5), Hyperspace Stories #4 (of 12) Feb. 7 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Menace Revealed, Vol. 3 (Collects Star Wars #36-45, Star Wars: Jedi Quest #1-4, Star Wars: Jango Fett #1, Star Wars: Zam Wesell #1) Feb. 8 _ The High Republic #5, Hidden Empire #3, Darth Vader #31 Feb. 15 _ Star Wars #31, Bounty Hunters #31, The Mandalorian #8 (of 8), Hyperspace Stories #5 (of 12) Feb. 22 _ The Blade #3 (of 4), Doctor Aphra #29, Yoda #4 (of 10), The High Republic Adventures #4 (of 8), The Nameless Terror #1 (of 4) March 1 _ The High Republic Adventures -- Quest of the Jedi #1 One-Shot, Star Wars #32, Hidden Empire #4 (of 5), Han Solo & Chewbacca #10 (of 10) March 7 _ Star Wars L
Wed, December 28, 2022
Episode #321 -- On the Turning Away
Five issues out today -- The Blade #1 (of 4), The High Republic (Vol. 2) #3, Doctor Aphra #27, Han Solo & Chewbacca #8 (of 10) and Yoda #2 (of 10) -- to close out what's been a VERY busy year for Marvel and Dark Horse Star Wars comics. So thanks for taking time out of your schedule every week to listen to us as we chat about these funny book from a galaxy far, far away. Here's to even more stories during 2023. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Yoda #2 (3:38) _ The Blade #1 (7:30) _ The High Republic #3 (11:33) _ Doctor Aphra #27 (14:28) _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #8 (17:34) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #27 _ The Mandalorian #3 News _ March solicits were released last week. Check our Facebook page for the covers and the details. _ We're getting a The High Republic Character Encyclopedia from DK publishing written by Amy Richau and Megan Crouse. It features more than 250 characters from every phase of The High Republic and sports a Phil Noto cover. Upcoming Star Wars comics, TPBs and omnibus editions: Jan. 3 _ Tales From the Rancor Pit (General and digital release) Jan. 4 _ Star Wars #30, The High Republic #2 (2nd Printing), The Mandalorian #5 (2nd Printing) Jan. 10 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 5: The Shadow's Shadow TPB (Collects #23-27 Jan. 11 _ Darth Vader #30, The Mandalorian #7 (of 8), The High Republic #4 (of 10), Hidden Empire #1 (2nd Printing), The High Republic Adventures #2 (of 8) Jan. 18 _ Bounty Hunters #30, Han Solo & Chewbacca #9 (of 10), Revelations #1 (2nd Printing), Yoda #1 (2nd Printing) Jan. 24 _ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Vol. 1 Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Mara Jade - By the Emperor's Hand #0-6, Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire - Evolution #1-5, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Leader #1-3, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron #1-35, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron Special #1, Star Wars Handbook #1 and material from Star Wars Tales #10, 12, 15, 23) Jan. 25 _ The Blade #2 (of 4), Doctor Aphra #28, Yoda #3 (of 10), The High Republic Adventures #3 (of 8) Jan. 31 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus, Vol. 1 (2nd Printing) (Collects Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1), #1-40; Annuals #1-3; Darth Vader (2015) #3-4, 8, 21, 25; Star Wars (2015) #13, 19, #31-32; The Screaming Citadel #1; and material from Empire Ascendant #1); Bounty Hunters, Vol. 5 "The Raid on the Vermillion" TPB (Collects #23-28) Feb. 1 _ Sana Starros #1 (of 5), Hyperspace Stories #4 (of 12) Feb. 7 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Menace Revealed, Vol. 3 (Collects Star Wars #36-45, Star Wars: Jedi Quest #1-4, Star Wars: Jango Fett #1, Star Wars: Zam Wesell #1) Feb. 8 _ The High Republic #5, Hidden Empire #3, Darth Vader #31 Feb. 15 _ Star Wars #31, Bounty Hunters #31, The Mandalorian #8 (of 8),
Wed, December 21, 2022
Episode #320 -- Into the Void
With a dearth of Star Wars comics this week, we're catching up on the latest scheduling changes, opining on March's solicits and Jeff reviews "Avatar: The Way of Water." Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ None Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Obi-Wan #5 _ Bounty Hunters #27 News _ Three of artist Mateus Manhanini's Black History month variants, including Finn on Hidden Empire #3, Jannah on Darth Vader #31 and Phel Starros on Sana Starros #1. Also coming are Black History Month covers for Bounty Hunters #31 (Feb. 15), Doctor Aphra #29 (Feb. 22), The High Republic #5 (Feb. 8), The Mandalorian #8 (Feb. 15), Star Wars #31 (Feb. 15), Yoda #4 (Feb. 22) and The Blade #4 (March 29). _ The High Republic (Vol. 2) #4 has been pushed back a week to Jan. 11. _ Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #4 (of 12) is set for Feb. 1 and not in January, while #5 is now due out Feb. 15, per Dark Horse's website. _ If you're aiming to add to your Star Wars The High Republic (Vol. 1) run, Unknown Comics has an 11-pack bundle (#2-12) with variant covers it offered up for sale for $80. (This is a PSA, not a referral.) Upcoming Star Wars comics, TPBs and omnibus editions: Updated Dec. 24, 2022 Dec. 27 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 5 The Spark Eternal TPB (Collects #21-25) Dec. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #27, Han Solo & Chewbacca #8 (of 10), Yoda #2 (of 10), The Blade #1 (of 4), The High Republic #3 Jan. 3 _ Tales From the Rancor Pit (General Release) Jan. 4 _ Star Wars #30, The High Republic #2 (2nd Printing), The Mandalorian #5 (2nd Printing) Jan. 10 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 5: The Shadow's Shadow TPB (Collects #23-27 Jan. 11 _ Darth Vader #30, The Mandalorian #7 (of 8), The High Republic #4 (of 10), Hidden Empire #1 (2nd Printing), The High Republic Adventures #2 (of 8) Jan. 18 _ Bounty Hunters #30, Han Solo & Chewbacca #9 (of 10), Revelations #1 (2nd Printing), Yoda #1 (2nd Printing) Jan. 24 _ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Vol. 1 Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Mara Jade - By the Emperor's Hand #0-6, Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire - Evolution #1-5, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Leader #1-3, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron #1-35, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron Special #1, Star Wars Handbook #1 and material from Star Wars Tales #10, 12, 15, 23) Jan. 25 _ The Blade #2 (of 4), Doctor Aphra #28, Yoda #3 (of 10), The High Republic Adventures #3 (of 8) Jan. 31 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus, Vol. 1 (2nd Printing) (Collects Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1), #1-40; Annuals #1-3; Darth Vader (2015) #3-4, 8, 21, 25; Star Wars (2015) #13, 19, #31-32; The Screaming Citadel #1; and material from Empire Ascendant #1); Bounty Hunters, Vol. 5 "The Raid on the Vermillion" TPB (Collects #23-28) Feb. 1 _ Sana Starros #1 (of 5), Hyperspace Stories #4 (of 12) <br
Wed, December 14, 2022
Episode #319 -- People You Know
The Mandalorian #6 adapts the first season's sixth episode, which features several first appearances, a nod to Mando's past as well as a look at how the New Republic is trying to keep the Galaxy free from harm. It's a solid adaptation with an amazing cover. In Bounty Hunters #29, the showdown between T'onga and Valance is looming large, with readers treated to the surprise appearance of IG-88 and that droid's next target, in a the first part of a new story arc by Ethan J. Sacks, Paolo Villanelli, Arif Prianto and VC's Travis Lanham. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ The Mandalorian #6 (of 8)(14:01) _ Bounty Hunters #29 (of 5) (21:50) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Star Wars (Vol. 3) #27 News _ As revealed by Near Mint Condition, the Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: New Republic, Vol. 7, is slated for release in September. _ For those of you who prefer their Star Wars comics digitally, Dark Horse confirmed to us that Tales From the Rancor Pit will be available digitally when the graphic novel is released to the general market on Jan. 3. _ A variant for Star Wars The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) #1 featuring the final page of the first issue by Toni Bruno and Michael Atiyeh. Limited to 1,500 copies at $9.99 an issue, or three for $24.99, it sold out in about 10 minutes. _ Hasbro revealed a pair of Star Wars comics-Inspired Boba Fett Vintage Collection figures from the Marvel and Dark Horse eras. Both figures go up for order on Dec. 14 at 1 p.m. Eastern at Target. Upcoming comics, trades and omnibus editions: Dec. 21 _ None Dec. 27 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 5 The Spark Eternal TPB (Collects #21-25) Dec. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #27, Han Solo & Chewbacca #8 (of 10), Yoda #2 (of 10), The Blade #1 (of 4), The High Republic #3 2023 Jan. 4 _ Star Wars #30, The High Republic #4, The High Republic #2 (2nd Printing), The Mandalorian #5 (2nd Printing) Jan. 10 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 5: The Shadow's Shadow TPB (Collects #23-27 Jan. 11 _ Darth Vader #30, The Mandalorian #7 (of 8), Hyperspace Stories #5 (of 12), Hidden Empire #1 (2nd Printing), The High Republic Adventures #2 (of 8) Jan. 18 _ Bounty Hunters #30, Han Solo & Chewbacca #9 (of 10), Revelations #1 (2nd Printing), Yoda #1 (2nd Printing) Jan. 24 _ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Vol. 1 Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Mara Jade - By the Emperor's Hand #0-6, Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire - Evolution #1-5, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Leader #1-3, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron #1-35, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron Special #1, Star Wars Handbook #1 and material from Star Wars Tales #10, 12, 15, 23) Jan. 25 _ The Blade #2 (of 4), Doctor Aphra #28, Yoda #3 (of 10), The High Republic Adventures #3 (of 8) Jan. 31 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus, Vol. 1 (
Wed, December 07, 2022
Episode #318 -- Moth Into Flame
Qi'ra goes to ground with the Empire seemingly believing that she's dead even as Palpatine and Vader desperately try to track down and gain control of the Fermata Cage. HIdden Empire #2 (of 5) features ties to writer Charles Soule's Darth Vader series, while amplifying the fear that SIth have of fellow Sith, dead or alive. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ The High Republic Adventures #1 (of 8) (8:02) _ Hidden Empire #2 (of 5) (7:35) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Obi-Wan #4 (of 5) News _ The Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Original Marvel Years, Vol. 6 (Collects Star Wars (Vol. 1) #89-107 and #108) is slated for release on May 9. (Observant readers will note that Lando's no longer smoking on this cover.) _ Based on PRH, it appears Marvel is doing a series of Women's History variant covers during March, including for its Star Wars comics. No art, yet, but that should come when March solicits drop later this month. _ Per Near Mint Condition, the Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Omnibus, Vol. 2, is due in July and collects Heir to the Empire, Dark Force Rising, The Last Command, Dark Empire II, among others. It's $150 and encompasses 1,280 pages. _ If you're so inclined, the five-issue Sana Starros mini-series is available via subscription from Marvel. (Direct link: https://subscriptions.marvel.com/store/ipd.asp?spid=1502 ) Upcoming Star Wars comics, trade paperbacks and omnibuses: Dec. 13 _ Obi-Wan: A Jedi's Purpose TPB (Collects #1-5); War of the Bounty Hunters Omnibus (Collects War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha, War of the Bounty Hunters #1-5, WotBH -- Jabba, WotBH -- 4-LOM & Zuckuss, WotBH -- Boushh, WotBH -- IG-88, Doctor Aphra #10-15, Darth Vader #12-17, Bounty Hunters #12-17 and Star Wars #13-18); Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 5 (Collects Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind’s Eye #1-4, Star Wars: Shadow Stalker #1, Star Wars: Rebel Heist #1-4, Star Wars: A Valentine Story #1, Classic Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back #1-2, Star Wars: Tag and Bink Are Dead #2; material from Star Wars Tales #4-6, 15-17, 20) Dec. 14 _ Bounty Hunters #29, The Mandalorian #6 (of 8) Dec. 27 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 5 The Spark Eternal TPB (Collects #21-25) Dec. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #27, Han Solo & Chewbacca #8 (of 10), Yoda #2 (of 10), The Blade #1 (of 4), The High Republic #3 2023 Jan. 4 _ Star Wars #30, The High Republic #4, The High Republic #2 (2nd Printing), The Mandalorian #5 (2nd Printing) Jan. 10 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 5: The Shadow's Shadow TPB (Collects #23-27 Jan. 11 _ Darth Vader #30, The Mandalorian #7 (of 8), Hyperspace Stories #5 (of 12), Hidden Empire #1 (2nd Printing), The High Republic Adventures #2 (of 8) J
Wed, November 30, 2022
Episode #317 -- Friggin' in the Riggin'
Sav Malagán of The High Republic returns as a 15-year-old padawan in the pages of Daniel Jose Older and Toni Bruno's eight-issue The High Republic Adventures in a cheeky and rollicking first issue that sports many new characters, some familiar film faces and a bit more. In Darth Vader #29, Luke Ross handles art duties as Dormé, with Ochi in tow, seeks to find and, if possible, rescue Sabé. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ The High Republic Adventures #1 (of 8) (8:02) _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #29 (23:50) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Obi-Wan #4 (of 5) News _ Star Wars: Revelations #1 and Yoda #1 (of 10) are getting 2nd printings due out Jan. 18. _ Bounty Hunters #29 moves to Dec. 14 from Dec. 7. _ The High Republic #3 (of 10) moves to Dec. 28 from Dec. 21. _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 5 is now due out Dec. 13, not Dec. 6. _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Menace Revealed, Vol. 3 is due out Feb. 7 instead of Jan. 17. _ The second Doctor Aphra omnibus will now be released June 20 and not May 2. _ Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 2 is now set for release on July 4 and not May 16. Upcoming Star Wars comics, trade paperbacks and omnibuses: Dec. 7 _ Hidden Empire #2 (of 5) Dec. 13 _ Obi-Wan: A Jedi's Purpose TPB (Collects #1-5); War of the Bounty Hunters Omnibus (Collects War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha, War of the Bounty Hunters #1-5, WotBH -- Jabba, WotBH -- 4-LOM & Zuckuss, WotBH -- Boushh, WotBH -- IG-88, Doctor Aphra #10-15, Darth Vader #12-17, Bounty Hunters #12-17 and Star Wars #13-18); Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 5 (Collects Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind’s Eye #1-4, Star Wars: Shadow Stalker #1, Star Wars: Rebel Heist #1-4, Star Wars: A Valentine Story #1, Classic Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back #1-2, Star Wars: Tag and Bink Are Dead #2; material from Star Wars Tales #4-6, 15-17, 20) Dec. 14 _ Bounty Hunters #29, The Mandalorian #6 (of 8) Dec. 27 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 5 The Spark Eternal TPB (Collects #21-25) Dec. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #27, Han Solo & Chewbacca #8 (of 10), Yoda #2 (of 10), The Blade #1 (of 4), The High Republic #3 2023 Jan. 4 _ Star Wars #30, The High Republic #4, The High Republic #2 (2nd Printing), The Mandalorian #5 (2nd Printing) Jan. 10 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 5: The Shadow's Shadow TPB (Collects #23-27 Jan. 11 _ Darth Vader #30, The Mandalorian #7 (of 8), Hyperspace Stories #5 (of 12), Hidden Empire #1 (2nd Printing), The High Republic Adventures #2 (of 8) Jan. 18 _ Bounty Hunters #30, Han Solo & Chewbacca #9 (of 10), Revelations #1 (2nd Printing), Yoda #1 (2nd Printing) Jan. 24 _ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Vol. 1 Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Mara Jade - By the E
Wed, November 23, 2022
Episode #316 -- Mr. Roboto
It's feast day for Star Wars comics this week with three new comics -- the Revelations one-shot, Yoda #1 (of 10) and Hyperspace Stories #3 (of 12) -- and the Tales From the Rancor Pit original graphic novel. As a result, this is a longer episode than normal, but it should offer up some guidance, particularly where Marc Guggenheim's Revelations one-shot is concerned. Meanwhile, Hyperspace Stories #3 captures the endearing aspect of Finn and Poe perfectly, while we're treated to a side of Yoda that's rarely seen. Rancor Pit is creepy and fun and continues the tradition of Star Wars horror. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Yoda #1 (8:38) _ Star Wars: Revelations #1 (30:10) _ Tales From the Rancor Pit (57:38) _ Hyperspace Stories #3 (of 12) (01:12:40) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Star Wars #26 _ The Mandalorian #2 (of 8) News _ Marvel will celebrate the 40th anniversary of "Return of the Jedi" with a series of one-shots, the first of which, "Jabba's Palace" is due out March 1. _ Several delays to Dark Horse's titles. _ Star Wars: Hidden Empire #1 (of 5) is getting a 2nd printing, including an Art Adams ratio variant. The issue is due out Jan. 11. _ Dark Horse Comics will have a Free Comic Book Day 2023 issue of The High Republic Adventures available. _ February Star Wars comics solicits can be found on the Facebook page. _ We joined Hive Social. Find us under the same name as Twitter. Upcoming Star Wars comics, trade paperbacks and omnibuses: Nov. 30 _ Darth Vader #29, The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) #1 (of 8) Dec. 7 _ Hidden Empire #2 (of 5) Dec. 13 _ Obi-Wan: A Jedi's Purpose TPB (Collects #1-5); War of the Bounty Hunters Omnibus (Collects War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha, War of the Bounty Hunters #1-5, WotBH -- Jabba, WotBH -- 4-LOM & Zuckuss, WotBH -- Boushh, WotBH -- IG-88, Doctor Aphra #10-15, Darth Vader #12-17, Bounty Hunters #12-17 and Star Wars #13-18); Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 5 (Collects Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind’s Eye #1-4, Star Wars: Shadow Stalker #1, Star Wars: Rebel Heist #1-4, Star Wars: A Valentine Story #1, Classic Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back #1-2, Star Wars: Tag and Bink Are Dead #2; material from Star Wars Tales #4-6, 15-17, 20) Dec. 14 _ Bounty Hunters #29, The Mandalorian #6 (of 8) Dec. 27 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 5 The Spark Eternal TPB (Collects #21-25) Dec. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #27, Han Solo & Chewbacca #8 (of 10), Yoda #2 (of 10), The Blade #1 (of 4), The High Republic #3 2023 Jan. 4 _ Star Wars #30, The High Republic #4, The High Republic #2 (2nd Printing), The Mandalorian #5 (2nd Printing) Jan. 10 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 5: The Shadow's Shadow TPB (Collects #23-27 Jan. 11 _ Darth Vader #30, The Mand
Wed, November 16, 2022
Episode #315 -- The Dead Can't Testify
Before we begin, we had some audio-quality issues that couldn't be surmounted. For that, we apologize. Major week for Star Wars comics, what with the launch of Hidden Empire #1 (of 5), the third and final part of the "Soule Trilogy" that, if the debut is any indicator, is going to be a wild ride filled with nods to legends and lore while setting up the next step for Qi'ra. In Doctor Aphra #26, the Spark Eternal is seemingly garnering more power in a frenetic story that may well leave readers gasping for air by the last page. In Han Solo & Chewbacca #7 (of 10), Phaedra steps up and into a greater role as Maz Kanata helps advance a daring plan to bust themselves, and Chewbacca, out of prison. What of Han? Read the book to find out. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #7 (of 10) (5:35) _ Doctor Aphra #26 (21:20) _ HIdden Empire #1 (of 5) (36:33) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #5 (of 10) _ Bounty Hunters #26 Upcoming comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: Nov. 22 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca, Vol. 1, "The Crystal Run, Part One" TPB (Collects #1-5, Star Wars: Life Day One-Shot) Nov. 23 _ Star Wars: Revelations #1 (One-Shot), Yoda #1 (of 10), Hyperspace Stories #3 (of 12), The High Republic #1 (2nd Printing), Star Wars: Visions #1 (2nd Printing), Tales From the Rancor Pit Nov. 30 _ Darth Vader #29, The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) #1 (of 8) Dec. 6 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 5 (Collects Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind’s Eye #1-4, Star Wars: Shadow Stalker #1, Star Wars: Rebel Heist #1-4, Star Wars: A Valentine Story #1, Classic Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back #1-2, Star Wars: Tag and Bink Are Dead #2; material from Star Wars Tales #4-6, 15-17, 20) Dec. 7 _ Bounty Hunters #29, Hidden Empire #2 (of 5), Hyperspace Stories #4 (of 12) Dec. 13 _ Obi-Wan: A Jedi's Purpose TPB (Collects #1-5); War of the Bounty Hunters Omnibus (Collects War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha, War of the Bounty Hunters #1-5, WotBH -- Jabba, WotBH -- 4-LOM & Zuckuss, WotBH -- Boushh, WotBH -- IG-88, Doctor Aphra #10-15, Darth Vader #12-17, Bounty Hunters #12-17 and Star Wars #13-18) Dec. 14 _ The Mandalorian #6 (of 8) Dec. 21 _ The High Republic #3 Dec. 27 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 5 The Spark Eternal TPB (Collects #21-25) Dec. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #27, Han Solo & Chewbacca #8 (of 10), Yoda #2 (of 10), The Nameless Terror #1 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures #2 (of 8), The Blade #1 (of 4) 2023 Jan. 4 _ Star Wars #30, The High Republic #4, The High Republic #2 (2nd Printing), The Mandalorian #5 (2nd Printing) Jan. 10 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 5: The Shadow's Shadow TPB (Collects #23-27 Jan. 11 _ Darth Vader #30, The Mandalorian
Wed, November 09, 2022
Episode #314 -- One of Us
Is Vildar Mac alive or dead? Who was that long-eared rogue? Answers to questions abound while new questions arise in this week's The High Republic #2. Hear why now in what's probably our best-sounding episode ever. One thing to note? We were wrong. The Sephi are not a THR creation, but appeared in Legends. Our bad. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ The High Republic (Vol. 2) #2 (of 10) (3:30) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: Nov. 16 _ Doctor Aphra #26, Han Solo & Chewbacca #7 (of 10), Hidden Empire #1 (of 5) Nov. 22 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca, Vol. 1, "The Crystal Run, Part One" TPB (Collects #1-5, Star Wars: Life Day One-Shot) Nov. 23 _ Star Wars: Revelations #1 (One-Shot), Yoda #1 (of 10), Hyperspace Stories #3 (of 12), The High Republic #1 (2nd Printing), Star Wars: Visions #1 (2nd Printing) Nov. 30 _ Darth Vader #29, The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) #1 (of 8) Dec. 6 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 5 (Collects Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind’s Eye #1-4, Star Wars: Shadow Stalker #1, Star Wars: Rebel Heist #1-4, Star Wars: A Valentine Story #1, Classic Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back #1-2, Star Wars: Tag and Bink Are Dead #2; material from Star Wars Tales #4-6, 15-17, 20) Dec. 7 _ Bounty Hunters #29, Hidden Empire #2 (of 5), Hyperspace Stories #4 (of 12) Dec. 13 _ Obi-Wan: A Jedi's Purpose TPB (Collects #1-5); War of the Bounty Hunters Omnibus (Collects War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha, War of the Bounty Hunters #1-5, WotBH -- Jabba, WotBH -- 4-LOM & Zuckuss, WotBH -- Boushh, WotBH -- IG-88, Doctor Aphra #10-15, Darth Vader #12-17, Bounty Hunters #12-17 and Star Wars #13-18) Dec. 14 _ The Mandalorian #6 (of 8) Dec. 20 _ Tales From the Rancor Pit Dec. 21 _ The High Republic #3 Dec. 27 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 5 The Spark Eternal TPB (Collects #21-25) Dec. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #27, Han Solo & Chewbacca #8 (of 10), Yoda #2 (of 10), The Nameless Terror #1 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures #2 (of 8), The Blade #1 (of 4) 2023 Jan. 4 _ Star Wars #30, The High Republic #4, The High Republic #2 (2nd Printing), The Mandalorian #5 (2nd Printing) Jan. 10 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 5: The Shadow's Shadow TPB (Collects #23-27 Jan. 11 _ Darth Vader #30, The Mandalorian #7 (of 8), Hyperspace Stories #5 (of 12) Jan. 17 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Menace Revealed, Vol. 3 (Collects Star Wars #36-45, Star Wars: Jedi Quest #1-4, Star Wars: Jango Fett #1, Star Wars: Zam Wesell #1) Jan. 18 _ Bounty Hunters #30, Han Solo & Chewbacca #9 (of 10) Jan. 24 _ Jan. 3 _ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Vol. 1 Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Mara Jade - By the Emperor's Hand #0-6, Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire - Evolution #1-5, Star Wars: X-Wing
Wed, November 02, 2022
Episode #313 -- The Glamorous Life
Three new books out today with Bounty Hunters #28 setting up a confrontation between Valance and his Imperial team and the crew led by T'onga and Losha. In Star Wars #29, The High Republic and Nihil are writ large as the Rebellion searches for new supplies, while in The Mandalorian #5, Fennec Shand makes her comics debut. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ The Mandalorian #5 (9:45) _ Bounty Hunters #28 (12:53) _ Star Wars #29 (34:30) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Doctor Aphra #22 _ Obi-Wan #3 (of 5) The news: _ On the Facebook page you'll find images from December's Tales From the Rancor Pit and a link to an interview with the book's creative team at StarWars.com. _ Hasbro has a second Doctor Aphra Black Series figure up for pre-order at www.hasbropulse.com , along with a second Scar Squadron member, Mic. Both figures are due out in April. _ Marc Guggenheim, in his latest LegalDispatch, notes that he's writing "... another Star Wars-related comic (heretofore unannounced)...". His Star Wars Revelations one-shot is due Nov. 23, while Han Solo & Chewbacca #7 is due Nov. 16. _ The Star Wars Legends: The Rebellion Omnibus Vol. 1 now sports a cover by Alex Ross. It's still due out March 14. _ Couple of Star Wars comics omnibus delays. Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 is now due out Jan. 24 and Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus Vol. 2 is now due out May 16. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibus editions: Nov. 8 _ The Mandalorian Vol. 1, Season One, Part One TPB (Collects #1-4) Nov. 9 _ The High Republic #2 Nov. 16 _ Doctor Aphra #26, Han Solo & Chewbacca #7 (of 10), Hidden Empire #1 (of 5) Nov. 22 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca, Vol. 1, "The Crystal Run, Part One" TPB (Collects #1-5, Star Wars: Life Day One-Shot) Nov. 23 _ Star Wars: Revelations #1 (One-Shot), Yoda #1 (of 10), Hyperspace Stories #3 (of 12), The High Republic #1 (2nd Printing), Star Wars: Visions #1 (2nd Printing) Nov. 30 _ Darth Vader #29, The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) #1 (of 8) Dec. 6 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 5 (Collects Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind’s Eye #1-4, Star Wars: Shadow Stalker #1, Star Wars: Rebel Heist #1-4, Star Wars: A Valentine Story #1, Classic Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back #1-2, Star Wars: Tag and Bink Are Dead #2; material from Star Wars Tales #4-6, 15-17, 20) Dec. 7 _ Bounty Hunters #29, Hidden Empire #2 (of 5), Hyperspace Stories #4 (of 12) Dec. 13 _ Obi-Wan: A Jedi's Purpose TPB (Collects #1-5); War of the Bounty Hunters Omnibus (Collects War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha, War of the Bounty Hunters #1-5, WotBH -- Jabba, WotBH -- 4-LOM & Zuckuss, WotBH -- Boushh, WotBH -- IG-88, Doctor Aphra #10-15, Darth
Wed, October 26, 2022
Episode #312 -- Set Fire to the Rain
Sana Starros, Kho Phon Farrus, Detta Yao, Magna Tolvan, Triple Zero, BT-1, Just Lucky, Ariole and Doctor Aphra made their gambit to find and rescue ... Aphra? It's true. Whether Aphra can escape the Spark Eternal is an entirely different question that consumes Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #25 by Alyssa Wong, Minkyu Jung, Rachelle Rosenberg and Joe Caramagna, with editorial oversight by Mikey J. Basso, Danny Khazem and Mark Paniccia and graphic designer Carlos Lao. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Doctor Aphra #25 (12:15) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Darth Vader #25 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #4 _ Star Wars #25 The news: _ Based on solicits, it appears Marvel is doing a series of Black History Month variants for its line of comics, including Star Wars. _ Due out April 18, not March 29, is the first TPB collecting Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories issues 1-4. _ Full January solicits are out. Note that Hidden Empire is taking that month off, as is Dark Horse's The Nameless Terror. _ Marvel released sneak peaks at Interior pages for Star Wars: Revelations #1 due out Nov. 23 by Salvador Larroca, Pere Perez, Emma Kubert, Justin Mason and Paul Fry. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibus editions: Oct. 29 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #1 (Trick or Read Reprint) Nov. 1 _ The Halcyon Legacy TPB (Collects #1-5) Nov. 2 _ Star Wars #29, Bounty Hunters #28, The Mandalorian #5 (of 8) Nov. 8 _ The Mandalorian Vol. 1, Season One, Part One TPB (Collects #1-4) Nov. 9 _ The High Republic #2 Nov. 16 _ Doctor Aphra #26, Han Solo & Chewbacca #7 (of 10), Hidden Empire #1 (of 5) Nov. 22 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca, Vol. 1, "The Crystal Run, Part One" TPB (Collects #1-5, Star Wars: Life Day One-Shot) Nov. 23 _ Star Wars: Revelations #1 (One-Shot), Yoda #1 (of 10), Hyperspace Stories #3 (of 12), The High Republic #1 (2nd Printing), Star Wars: Visions #1 (2nd Printing) Nov. 30 _ Darth Vader #29, The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) #1 (of 8) Dec. 6 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 5 (Collects Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind’s Eye #1-4, Star Wars: Shadow Stalker #1, Star Wars: Rebel Heist #1-4, Star Wars: A Valentine Story #1, Classic Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back #1-2, Star Wars: Tag and Bink Are Dead #2; material from Star Wars Tales #4-6, 15-17, 20) Dec. 7 _ Bounty Hunters #29, Hidden Empire #2 (of 5), Hyperspace Stories #4 (of 12) Dec. 13 _ Obi-Wan: A Jedi's Purpose TPB (Collects #1-5); War of the Bounty Hunters Omnibus (Collects War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha, War of the Bounty Hunters #1-5, WotBH -- Jabba, WotBH -- 4-LOM & Zuckuss, WotBH -- Boushh, WotBH -- IG-88, Doctor Aphra #10-15, Darth Vader #12-17, Bounty Hunters #12-17 and Star Wars #13-18) Dec. 14 _ The Mandalorian #6 (of
Wed, October 19, 2022
Episode #311 -- Run Between the Raindrops
Sabé takes the next, bold step on her new path, but is it the right one? Readers of Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #28 will find that those steps may be predetermined by none other than Palpatine. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Darth Vader #28 (5:37) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Bounty Hunters #25 _ The Mandalorian #1 The news: _ The High Republic (Vol. 2) #1 and Star Wars: Visions #1 are getting 2nd printings due out Nov. 23. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibus editions: Oct. 25 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #16-20); Bounty Hunters Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22) Oct. 26 _ Doctor Aphra #25 Oct. 29 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #1 (Trick or Read Reprint) Nov. 1 _ The Halcyon Legacy TPB (Collects #1-5) Nov. 2 _ Star Wars #29, Bounty Hunters #28, The Mandalorian #5 (of 8) Nov. 8 _ The Mandalorian Vol. 1, Season One, Part One TPB (Collects #1-4) Nov. 9 _ The High Republic #2 Nov. 16 _ Doctor Aphra #26, Han Solo & Chewbacca #7 (of 10), Hidden Empire #1 (of 5) Nov. 22 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca, Vol. 1, "The Crystal Run, Part One" TPB (Collects #1-5, Star Wars: Life Day One-Shot) Nov. 23 _ Star Wars: Revelations #1 (One-Shot), Tales From the Rancor Pit, Yoda #1 (of 10), Hyperspace Stories #3 (of 12), The High Republic #1 (2nd Printing), Star Wars: Visions #1 (2nd Printing) Nov. 30 _ Darth Vader #29, The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) #1 (of 8) Dec. 6 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 5 (Collects Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind’s Eye #1-4, Star Wars: Shadow Stalker #1, Star Wars: Rebel Heist #1-4, Star Wars: A Valentine Story #1, Classic Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back #1-2, Star Wars: Tag and Bink Are Dead #2; material from Star Wars Tales #4-6, 15-17, 20) Dec. 7 _ Bounty Hunters #29, Hidden Empire #2 (of 5), Hyperspace Stories #4 (of 12) Dec. 13 _ Obi-Wan: A Jedi's Purpose TPB (Collects #1-5); War of the Bounty Hunters Omnibus (Collects War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha, War of the Bounty Hunters #1-5, WotBH -- Jabba, WotBH -- 4-LOM & Zuckuss, WotBH -- Boushh, WotBH -- IG-88, Doctor Aphra #10-15, Darth Vader #12-17, Bounty Hunters #12-17 and Star Wars #13-18) Dec. 14 _ The Mandalorian #6 (of 8) Dec. 21 _ The High Republic #3 Dec. 27 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 5 The Spark Eternal TPB (Collects #21-25) Dec. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #27, Han Solo & Chewbacca #8 (of 10), Yoda #2 (of 10), The Nameless Terror #1 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures #2 (of 8), The Blade #1 (of 4) 2023 Jan. 3 _ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Vol. 1 Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Mara Jade - By the Emperor's Hand #0-6, Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire - Evolution #1-5, Star Wars: X-Win
Wed, October 12, 2022
Episode #310 -- True Faith
The High Republic phase II launches its comics with Marvel's The High Republic (Vol. 2), a 10-issue series by Cavan Scott, Ario Anindito, Mark Morales, Frank William, Ariana Maher and Andrea Broccardo. Jedi Vildar Mac and and Padawan Matthea Cathley take readers on a journey through a spiritually rancorous Jedha City as a deeper mystery unfolds. In what's the first of what we hope will be more one-shots, Takashi Okazaki, Aki Yanagi and Joe Caramagna bring a new story featuring the Ronin in a tale that boasts gambling astromechs, curious ewoks and knowing when to draw your blade and when to leave it sheathed. Finally, Star Wars #28 begins setting in motion the path toward the events seen in "Return of the Jedi" as Luke makes his way to Coruscant to rescue Crimson Dawn operatives Melton, Bevelyn and their children in a fast-paced story by Charles Soule, Andres Genolet, Rachelle Rosenberg and VC's Clayton Cowles. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Star Wars: Visions #1 (11:03) _ Star Wars (Vol. 3) #28 (19:09) _ The High Republic (Vol. 2) #1 (37:47) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5) The news: _ We break down the news from NYCC, including the announced Sana Starros mini-series, as well as further insight into The High Republic phase II's comic offerings. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibus editions: Oct. 18 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22) Oct. 19 _ Darth Vader #28 Oct. 25 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #16-20); Bounty Hunters Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22) Oct. 26 _ Doctor Aphra #25 Oct. 29 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #1 (Trick or Read Reprint) Nov. 1 _ The Halcyon Legacy TPB (Collects #1-5) Nov. 2 _ Star Wars #29, Bounty Hunters #28, The Mandalorian #5 (of 8) Nov. 8 _ The Mandalorian Vol. 1, Season One, Part One TPB (Collects #1-4) Nov. 9 _ The High Republic #2, Star Wars: Revelations #1 (One-Shot) Nov. 16 _ Doctor Aphra #26, Han Solo & Chewbacca #7 (of 10), Hidden Empire #1 (of 5), Hyperspace Stories #3 (of 12) Nov. 22 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca TPB (Collects #1-5, Star Wars: Life Day One-Shot) Nov. 23 _ Tales From the Rancor Pit, Yoda #1 (of 10), The High Republic #1 (2nd Printing), Star Wars: Revelations #1 (One-Shot) Nov. 30 _ Darth Vader #29, The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) #1 (of 8) Dec. 6 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 5 (Collects Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind’s Eye #1-4, Star Wars: Shadow Stalker #1, Star Wars: Rebel Heist #1-4, Star Wars: A Valentine Story #1, Classic Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back #1-2, Star Wars: Tag and Bink Are Dead #2; material from Star Wars Tales #4-6, 15-17, 20) Dec. 7 _ Bounty Hu
Wed, October 05, 2022
Episode #309 -- Move Along
Djin Darin and Grogu set out for a place to lay low and maybe call home as Marvel's adaptation of The Mandalorian continues with issue #4. This one features the comics debut of Cara Dune. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ The Mandalorian #4 (2:45) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Doctor Aphra #21 _ Darth Vader #24 _ Han Solo & #Chewbacca #3 (of 10) _ Obi-Wan #2 (of 5) The news: _ The second phase of The High Republic has begun. _ NYCC runs from Oct. 6-9; Lucasfilm Publishing will have a panel. Upcoming Star Wars comics and graphic novels: Oct. 12 _ The High Republic (Vol. 2) #1, Star Wars #28, Star Wars: Visions #1 Oct. 18 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22) Oct. 19 _ Darth Vader #28 Oct. 25 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #16-20); Bounty Hunters Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22) Oct. 26 _ Doctor Aphra #25 Oct. 29 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #1 (Trick or Read Reprint) Nov. 1 _ The Halcyon Legacy TPB (Collects #1-5) Nov. 2 _ Star Wars #29, Bounty Hunters #28, The Mandalorian #5 (of 8) Nov. 8 _ The Mandalorian Vol. 1, Season One, Part One TPB (Collects #1-4) Nov. 9 _ The High Republic #2, Star Wars: Revelations #1 (One-Shot), Hyperspace Stories #3 (of 12), The High Republic -- The Blade #1 (of 4) Nov. 16 _ Doctor Aphra #26, Han Solo & Chewbacca #7 (of 10), Hidden Empire #1 (of 5) Nov. 22 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca TPB (Collects #1-5, Star Wars: Life Day One-Shot) Nov. 23 _ Tales From the Rancor Pit, Yoda #1 (of 10) Nov. 30 _ Darth Vader #29, The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) #1 (of 8) Dec. 6 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 5 (Collects Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind’s Eye #1-4, Star Wars: Shadow Stalker #1, Star Wars: Rebel Heist #1-4, Star Wars: A Valentine Story #1, Classic Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back #1-2, Star Wars: Tag and Bink Are Dead #2; material from Star Wars Tales #4-6, 15-17, 20) Dec. 7 _ Bounty Hunters #29, Hidden Empire #2 (of 5), The Blade #2 (of 4), Hyperspace Stories #4 (of 12) Dec. 13 _ Obi-Wan: A Jedi's Purpose TPB (Collects #1-5); War of the Bounty Hunters Omnibus (Collects War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha, War of the Bounty Hunters #1-5, WotBH -- Jabba, WotBH -- 4-LOM & Zuckuss, WotBH -- Boushh, WotBH -- IG-88, Doctor Aphra #10-15, Darth Vader #12-17, Bounty Hunters #12-17 and Star Wars #13-18) Dec. 14 _ The Mandalorian #6 (of 8) Dec. 21 _ The High Republic #3 Dec. 27 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 5 The Spark Eternal TPB (Collects #21-25) Dec. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #27, Han Solo & Chewbacca #8 (of 10), Yoda #2 (of 10), The Nameless Terror #1 (of 4), The High Republic Adventures #2 (of 8)
Wed, September 28, 2022
Episode #308 -- Dream Evil
Aphra contends with the spark and learns more about its origins and, perhaps its future, in the pages of Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #24, while in Han Solo & Chewbacca #6 (of 10), our favorite Wookiee finds prison life to be about survival though Maz Kanata is keen on a plan by a new character. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #24 (06:10) _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #6 (21:28) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Crimson Reign #5 (of 5) The news: _ The Doctor Aphra Omnibus (2nd printing) moves to Jan. 31 from Jan. 17. Upcoming Star Wars comics and graphic novels: Oct. 4 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 6 (Collects Crimson Empire #0-6, Bounty Hunters -- Kenix Kil, Crimson Empire II -- Council of Blood #1-6, Crimson Empire III -- Empire Lost #1-6 and material from Dark Horse Extra #21-24 and Dark Horse Presents (2011) #1) Oct. 5 _ The Mandalorian #4 (of 8) Oct. 12 _ The High Republic (Vol. 2) #1, Star Wars #28, Star Wars: Visions #1 Oct. 18 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22) Oct. 19 _ Darth Vader #28 Oct. 25 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #16-20); Bounty Hunters Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22) Oct. 26 _ Doctor Aphra #25 Oct. 29 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #1 (Trick or Read Reprint) Nov. 1 _ The Halcyon Legacy TPB (Collects #1-5) Nov. 2 _ Star Wars #29, Bounty Hunters #28, The Mandalorian #5 (of 8) Nov. 8 _ The Mandalorian Vol. 1, Season One, Part One TPB (Collects #1-4) Nov. 9 _ The High Republic #2, Star Wars: Revelations #1 (One-Shot), Hyperspace Stories #3 (of 12), The High Republic -- The Blade #1 (of 4) Nov. 15 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca TPB (Collects #1-5, Star Wars: Life Day One-Shot) Nov. 16 _ Doctor Aphra #26, Han Solo & Chewbacca #7 (of 10), Hidden Empire #1 (of 5) Nov. 23 _ Tales From the Rancor Pit, Yoda #1 (of 10) Nov. 29 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 5 (Collects Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind’s Eye #1-4, Star Wars: Shadow Stalker #1, Star Wars: Rebel Heist #1-4, Star Wars: A Valentine Story #1, Classic Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back #1-2, Star Wars: Tag and Bink Are Dead #2; material from Star Wars Tales #4-6, 15-17, 20) Nov. 30 _ Darth Vader #29, The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 2) #1 (of 8) Dec. 7 _ Bounty Hunters #29, Hidden Empire #2 (of 5), The Blade #2 (of 4), Hyperspace Stories #4 (of 12) Dec. 13 _ Obi-Wan: A Jedi's Purpose TPB (Collects #1-5); War of the Bounty Hunters Omnibus (Collects War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha, War of the Bounty Hunters #1-5, WotBH -- Jabba, WotBH -- 4-LOM & Zuckuss, WotBH -- Boushh, WotBH -- IG-88, Doctor Aphra #10-15, Darth Vader #12-17, Bounty Hunters #12-17 a
Wed, September 21, 2022
Episode #307 -- On the Loose
Sabé makes a difficult choice as she recalls her own history with Padmé and her complicated relationship with Anakin Skywalker in Darth Vader #27, while in Hyperspace Stories #2, Luke and Leia make a startling discovery. In The Mandalorian #3, the title character makes a difficult decision about his bounty. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Hyperspace Stories #2 (of 12) (07:08) _ The Mandalorian #3 )of 8) (19:10) _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #27 (27:45) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Bounty Hunters #24 The news: _ December's Star Wars comics solicits from Marvel and Dark Horse were released last week. We've got full breakdowns on our Facebook page (facebook.com/swsplashpagepod). Of note? Star Wars and Darth Vader series are taking the month off, but will return in January. _ War of the Bounty Hunters Omnibus now due Dec. 13 from Nov. 8. _ The New Republic Omnibus, Vol. 1 is due out Jan. 3 from Dec. 13. _ The Doctor Aphra Omnibus (2nd printing) moves to Jan. 17 from Jan. 10. _ The first trade collecting the Han Solo & Chewbacca series has been retitled "The Crystal Run, Part One" and is now due out Nov. 15. Upcoming Star Wars comics and graphic novels: Sept. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #24, Han Solo & Chewbacca #6, Star Wars #26 (2nd Printing), The Mandalorian #2 (of 8) (2nd Printing) Oct. 4 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 6 (Collects Crimson Empire #0-6, Bounty Hunters -- Kenix Kil, Crimson Empire II -- Council of Blood #1-6, Crimson Empire III -- Empire Lost #1-6 and material from Dark Horse Extra #21-24 and Dark Horse Presents (2011) #1) Oct. 5 _ The Mandalorian #4 (of 8) Oct. 12 _ The High Republic (Vol. 2) #1, Star Wars #28, Star Wars: Visions #1 Oct. 18 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22) Oct. 19 _ Darth Vader #28 Oct. 25 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #16-20); Bounty Hunters Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22) Oct. 26 _ Doctor Aphra #25 Oct. 29 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #1 (Trick or Read Reprint) Nov. 1 _ The Halcyon Legacy TPB (Collects #1-5) Nov. 2 _ Star Wars #29, Bounty Hunters #28, The High Republic -- The Blade #1 (of 4), The Mandalorian #5 (of 8) Nov. 8 _ The Mandalorian Vol. 1, Season One, Part One TPB (Collects #1-4) Nov. 9 _ The High Republic #2, Star Wars: Revelations #1 (One-Shot), Hyperspace Stories #3 (of 12) Nov. 15 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca TPB (Collects #1-5, Star Wars: Life Day One-Shot) Nov. 16 _ Doctor Aphra #26, Han Solo & Chewbacca #7 (of 10), Hidden Empire #1 (of 5) Nov. 23 _ Tales From the Rancor Pit, Yoda #1 (of 10) Nov. 29 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 5 (Collects Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind’s Eye #
Wed, September 14, 2022
Episode #306 -- Då Som Nu för Alltid
The bounty hunters take a paying gig that should be easy to do, but Tasu Leech's feeling conflicted and makes a move that may leave T'onga, Losha, Bossk, Zuckuss and 4-LOM in a dire situation in the pages of Bounty Hunters #27. The Obi-Wan mini-series concludes its sobering and thoughtful five-issue run with a measured tale about doing good even when it could cost you everything. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Bounty Hunters #27 (04:17) _ Obi-Wan #5 (of 5) (25:20) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Star Wars (Vol. 3) #24 The news: _ Multiple creator-exclusive variants for Oct. 12's The High Republic (Vol. 2) #1 are coming to market for preorder. _ The Attack of the Clones gets the 20th anniversary variant-cover treatment from Marvel with five by Caspar Wijngaard in December and January _ Greg Land's Star Wars 45th anniversary variants are being revealed. Upcoming Star Wars comics and graphic novels: Sept. 21 _ Darth Vader #27, The Mandalorian #3 (of 8), Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #2 (of 12) Sept. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #24, Han Solo & Chewbacca #6, Star Wars #26 (2nd Printing), The Mandalorian #2 (of 8) (2nd Printing) Oct. 4 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 6 (Collects Crimson Empire #0-6, Bounty Hunters -- Kenix Kil, Crimson Empire II -- Council of Blood #1-6, Crimson Empire III -- Empire Lost #1-6 and material from Dark Horse Extra #21-24 and Dark Horse Presents (2011) #1) Oct. 5 _ The Mandalorian #4 (of 8) Oct. 12 _ The High Republic (Vol. 2) #1, Star Wars #28, Star Wars: Visions #1 Oct. 18 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22) Oct. 19 _ Darth Vader #28, The High Republic Adventures -- Quest of the Jedi #1 One-Shot Oct. 25 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #16-20); Bounty Hunters Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22) Oct. 26 _ Doctor Aphra #25 Oct. 29 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #1 (Trick or Read Reprint) Nov. 1 _ The Halcyon Legacy TPB (Collects #1-5) Nov. 2 _ Star Wars #29, Bounty Hunters #28, The High Republic -- The Blade #1 (of 4), The Mandalorian #5 (of 8) Nov. 8 _ The Mandalorian Vol. 1, Season One, Part One TPB (Collects #1-4) Nov. 9 _ The High Republic #2, Star Wars: Revelations #1 (One-Shot), Hyperspace Stories #3 (of 12) Nov. 15 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca TPB (Collects #1-5, Star Wars: Life Day One-Shot) Nov. 16 _ Doctor Aphra #26, Han Solo & Chewbacca #7 (of 10), Hidden Empire #1 (of 5) Nov. 23 _ Tales From the Rancor Pit, Yoda #1 (of 10) Nov. 29 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 5 (Collects Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind’s Eye #1-4, Star Wars: Shadow Stalker #1, Star Wars: Rebel Heist #1-4, Star Wars: A Valentine
Wed, September 07, 2022
Episode #305 -- Family Affair
Protecting the family while fleeing the Empire takes center stage in the pages of Star Wars (Vol. 3) #27 as Bevelyn and Mel escape from the second Death Star in a bid to do Qi'ra's bidding to aid the Rebel Alliance. Could the Alliance's own bureaucracy seal the family's fate? Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Star Wars (Vol. 3) #27 (05:15) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Bounty Hunters #23 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #23 The news: _ Multiple creator-exclusive variants for Oct. 12's one-shot Star Wars Visions #1 are now available for sale. Check our Facebook page for links. Upcoming Star Wars comics and graphic novels: Sept. 13 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #19-25) Sept. 14 _ Bounty Hunters #27, Obi-Wan #5 (of 5) Sept. 21 _ Darth Vader #27, The Mandalorian #3 (of 8), Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #2 (of 12) Sept. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #24, Han Solo & Chewbacca #6, Star Wars #26 (2nd Printing), The Mandalorian #2 (of 8) (2nd Printing) Oct. 4 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 6 (Collects Crimson Empire #0-6, Bounty Hunters -- Kenix Kil, Crimson Empire II -- Council of Blood #1-6, Crimson Empire III -- Empire Lost #1-6 and material from Dark Horse Extra #21-24 and Dark Horse Presents (2011) #1) Oct. 5 _ The Mandalorian #4 (of 8) Oct. 12 _ The High Republic (Vol. 2) #1, Star Wars #28, Star Wars: Visions #1 Oct. 18 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22) Oct. 19 _ Darth Vader #28, The High Republic Adventures -- Quest of the Jedi #1 One-Shot Oct. 25 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #16-20); Bounty Hunters Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22) Oct. 26 _ Doctor Aphra #25 Oct. 29 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #1 (Trick or Read Reprint) Nov. 1 _ The Halcyon Legacy TPB (Collects #1-5) Nov. 2 _ Star Wars #29, Bounty Hunters #28, The High Republic -- The Blade #1 (of 4), The Mandalorian #5 (of 8) Nov. 8 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Omnibus (Collects War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha, War of the Bounty Hunters #1-5, WotBH -- Jabba, WotBH -- 4-LOM & Zuckuss, WotBH -- Boushh, WotBH -- IG-88, Doctor Aphra #10-15, Darth Vader #12-17, Bounty Hunters #12-17 and Star Wars #13-18); Han Solo & Chewbacca TPB (Collects #1-5, Star Wars: Life Day One-Shot); The Mandalorian Vol. 1, Season One, Part One TPB (Collects #1-4) Nov. 9 _ The High Republic #2, Star Wars: Revelations #1 (One-Shot), Hyperspace Stories #3 (of 12) Nov. 16 _ Doctor Aphra #26, Han Solo & Chewbacca #7 (of 10), Hidden Empire #1 (of 5) Nov. 23 _ Tales From the Rancor Pit, Yoda #1 (of 10) Nov. 29 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 5 (Collects Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind’s Eye #1-4,
Wed, August 31, 2022
Episode #304 -- The End
"You're an errand boy, sent by grocery clerks, to collect a bill." In Obi-Wan #4 (of 5), Obi-Wan and Anakin travel upriver on the Aqualish homeworld to find a hero of the republic who's gone rogue, as both Jedi contend with the evil that infects those who've seen enough carnage and war to fill several lifetimes and realize the power of the darkness that infects the hearts of trusted friends with unyielding darkness. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Obi-Wan #4 (of 5) (4:03) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ None The news: _ It appears that Dark Horse will collect the 12-issue Hyperspace Stories in three volumes with four issues apiece. The first is due out April 11. _ The five-issue Hidden Empire and four-issue The Blade mini-series are available for subscription by mail via Marvel. _ The Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Omnibus, Vol. 1 is now due out Dec. 13 instead of Nov. 15. Upcoming Star Wars comics and graphic novels: Sept. 6 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 7 (Collects Blood Ties #1-4, Blood Ties -- Boba Fett Is Dead #1-4, Empire #1-4, Underworld -- The Yavin Vassilika #1-5, Free Comic Book Day: Star Wars 2013 and material from Star Wars Tales #1-2, 6 and 16) Sept. 7 _ Star Wars #27, The Mandalorian #1 (of 8) 2nd Printing Sept. 13 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #19-25) Sept. 14 _ Bounty Hunters #27, Obi-Wan #5 (of 5) Sept. 21 _ Darth Vader #27, The Mandalorian #3 (of 8), Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #2 (of 12) Sept. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #24, Han Solo & Chewbacca #6, Star Wars #26 (2nd Printing), The Mandalorian #2 (of 8) (2nd Printing) Oct. 4 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 6 (Collects Crimson Empire #0-6, Bounty Hunters -- Kenix Kil, Crimson Empire II -- Council of Blood #1-6, Crimson Empire III -- Empire Lost #1-6 and material from Dark Horse Extra #21-24 and Dark Horse Presents (2011) #1) Oct. 5 _ The Mandalorian #4 (of 8) Oct. 12 _ The High Republic (Vol. 2) #1, Star Wars #28, Star Wars: Visions #1 Oct. 18 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22) Oct. 19 _ Darth Vader #28, The High Republic Adventures -- Quest of the Jedi #1 One-Shot Oct. 25 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #16-20); Bounty Hunters Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22) Oct. 26 _ Doctor Aphra #25 Oct. 29 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #1 (Trick or Read Reprint) Nov. 1 _ The Halcyon Legacy TPB (Collects #1-5) Nov. 2 _ Star Wars #29, Bounty Hunters #28, The High Republic -- The Blade #1 (of 4), The Mandalorian #5 (of 8) Nov. 8 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Omnibus (Collects War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha, War of the Bounty Hunters #1-5, WotBH -- Ja
Wed, August 24, 2022
Episode #303 -- You Can Leave Your Hat On
Anakin contends with his rashness while Padmé works to advance the cause of the Republic in the debut of Hyperspace Stories #1, the all-ages comic that marks Dark Horse Comics' return to Star Wars. In Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #26, readers are treated to a lot of flashbacks to the Prequel Trilogy as Vader contends with a troublesome foe and finds his bond with Sabé deepening. Finally, Doctor Aphra #23 delivers the utter craziness that the series has become famed for, with the return of several familiar faces and last-page reveal that left us laughing and gasping. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Hyperspace Stories #1 (7:50) _ Darth Vader #26 (23:54) _ Doctor Aphra #23 (40:06) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Doctor Aphra #20 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #2 The news: _ The solicits for November's Star Wars comics from Marvel and Dark Horse can be found on our Facebook page (facebook.com/swsplashpagepod) _ Noted artist Tom Palmer, whose inks on the '77-'86 run of Marvel's Star Wars comics are among some of the best ever, has died. _ Star Wars #26 and The Mandalorian #2 are getting second printings due out Sept. 28 _ Two more Choose Your Destiny variants by Chris Sprouse, Karl Story and Rachelle Rosenberg are coming. Doctor Aphra #24 features Lord Momin while Han Solo & Chewbacca #6 features Mace Windu. Both are due out Sept. 28. Upcoming Star Wars comics and graphic novels include: Updated Aug. 29, 2022 Aug. 31 _ Obi-Wan #4 (of 5) Sept. 6 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 7 (Collects Blood Ties #1-4, Blood Ties -- Boba Fett Is Dead #1-4, Empire #1-4, Underworld -- The Yavin Vassilika #1-5, Free Comic Book Day: Star Wars 2013 and material from Star Wars Tales #1-2, 6 and 16) Sept. 7 _ Star Wars #27, The Mandalorian #1 (of 8) 2nd Printing Sept. 13 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #19-25) Sept. 14 _ Bounty Hunters #27, Obi-Wan #5 (of 5) Sept. 21 _ Darth Vader #27, The Mandalorian #3 (of 8), Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #2 (of 12) Sept. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #24, Han Solo & Chewbacca #6, Star Wars #26 (2nd Printing), The Mandalorian #2 (of 8) (2nd Printing) Oct. 4 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 6 (Collects Crimson Empire #0-6, Bounty Hunters -- Kenix Kil, Crimson Empire II -- Council of Blood #1-6, Crimson Empire III -- Empire Lost #1-6 and material from Dark Horse Extra #21-24 and Dark Horse Presents (2011) #1) Oct. 5 _ The Mandalorian #4 (of 8) Oct. 12 _ The High Republic (Vol. 2) #1, Star Wars #28, Star Wars: Visions #1 Oct. 18 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22) Oct. 19 _ Darth Vader #28, The High Republic Adventures -- Quest of the Jedi #1 One-Shot Oct. 25
Wed, August 17, 2022
Episode #302 -- Sixty-Eight Guns
The Rebel Alliance bounces back and strikes hard as Leia, Mon Mothma, Admiral Ackbar and more start to plan for a long slog vs. the Empire, with optimism about their path brighter than ever. Meanwhile, Qi'ra's deep network of spies, moles and plants is awakened as the path toward the events of Return of the Jedi take hold in Star Wars #26. In the Mandalorian #2 (of 8), Mando finds the only way to get his stolen Razor Crest parts back is to embark upon a quest for the egg at the behest of the Jawas. We also take a look at the recently published Star Wars: Rebels graphic novel collecting the tales of Hera, Sabine, Ezra, Zeb, Kanan and Chopper that were previously unavailable in the U.S. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Star Wars Rebels Graphic Novel (07:20) _ The Mandalorian #2 (11:15) _ Star Wars #26 (17:12) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ The Halcyon Legacy #3 (of 5) The news: _ Despite what one online comics news site claimed, Bounty Hunters IS NOT cancelled. _ Han Solo & Chewbacca writer Marc Guggenheim confirms that the series was always a 10-issue maxi and not an ongoing. _ Three more Star Wars comics omnibuses are coming in 2023, including Doctor Aphra, Vol. 2, collecting #1-25, along with The Rebellion, Vol. 2 and The Empire, Vol. 2. Upcoming Star Wars comics and graphic novels include: Updated Aug. 18, 2022 Aug. 23 _ Star Wars: Crimson Reign TPB (Collects Crimson Reign #1-5); Aug. 24 _ Doctor Aphra #23, Darth Vader #26, Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #1 (of 12) Aug. 31 _ Obi-Wan #4 (of 5) Sept. 6 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 7 (Collects Blood Ties #1-4, Blood Ties -- Boba Fett Is Dead #1-4, Empire #1-4, Underworld -- The Yavin Vassilika #1-5, Free Comic Book Day: Star Wars 2013 and material from Star Wars Tales #1-2, 6 and 16) Sept. 7 _ Star Wars #27, The Mandalorian #1 (of 8) 2nd Printing Sept. 13 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #19-25) Sept. 14 _ Bounty Hunters #27, Obi-Wan #5 (of 5) Sept. 21 _ Darth Vader #27, The Mandalorian #3 (of 8), Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #2 (of 12) Sept. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #24, Han Solo & Chewbacca #6, Star Wars #26 (2nd Printing), The Mandalorian #2 (2nd Printing) Oct. 4 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 6 (Collects Crimson Empire #0-6, Bounty Hunters -- Kenix Kil, Crimson Empire II -- Council of Blood #1-6, Crimson Empire III -- Empire Lost #1-6 and material from Dark Horse Extra #21-24 and Dark Horse Presents (2011) #1) Oct. 5 _ The Mandalorian #4 (of 8) Oct. 12 _ The High Republic (Vol. 2) #1, Star Wars #28, Star Wars: Visions #1 Oct. 18 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22) Oct. 19 _ Darth Vader #
Wed, August 10, 2022
Episode #301 -- Gypsy, Joe and Me
In Bounty Hunters #26, T'Onga and Cadeliah face a stark realization amid a devastating loss, while in Han Solo & Chewbacca #5, secrets are revealed and we find out who really shot first. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Bounty Hunters #26 (5:50) _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #5 (29:10) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Obi-Wan #1 (of 5) _ Star Wars #23 The news: _ Han Solo & Chewbacca is now a 10-issue maxi-series, per StarWars.com. Upcoming Star Wars comics and graphic novels include: Aug. 16 - Star Wars: Rebels TPB (Collects Star Wars: Rebels Magazine #1–35, 37, 39 and Star Wars: Rebels Animation Magazine #1–4) Aug. 17 _ Star Wars #26, The Mandalorian #2 (of 8) Aug. 23 _ Star Wars: Crimson Reign TPB (Collects Crimson Reign #1-5); Aug. 24 _ Doctor Aphra #23, Darth Vader #26, Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #1 (of 12) Aug. 31 _ Obi-Wan #4 (of 5), The Mandalorian #1 (of 8) 2nd Printing Sept. 6 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 7 (Collects Blood Ties #1-4, Blood Ties -- Boba Fett Is Dead #1-4, Empire #1-4, Underworld -- The Yavin Vassilika #1-5, Free Comic Book Day: Star Wars 2013 and material from Star Wars Tales #1-2, 6 and 16) Sept. 7 _ Star Wars #27 Sept. 13 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #19-25) Sept. 14 _ Bounty Hunters #27, Obi-Wan #5 (of 5), Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #2 (of 12) Sept. 21 _ Darth Vader #27, The Mandalorian #3 (of 8) Sept. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #24, Han Solo & Chewbacca #6 Oct. 4 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 6 (Collects Crimson Empire #0-6, Bounty Hunters -- Kenix Kil, Crimson Empire II -- Council of Blood #1-6, Crimson Empire III -- Empire Lost #1-6 and material from Dark Horse Extra #21-24 and Dark Horse Presents (2011) #1) Oct. 5 _ The Mandalorian #4 (of 8) Oct. 12 _ The High Republic (Vol. 2) #1, Star Wars #28, Star Wars: Visions #1 Oct. 18 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22) Oct. 19 _ Darth Vader #28, The High Republic Adventures -- Quest of the Jedi #1 One-Shot Oct. 25 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #16-20); Bounty Hunters Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22) Oct. 26 _ Doctor Aphra #25 Oct. 29 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #1 (Trick or Read Reprint) Nov. 1 -- The Halcyon Legacy TPB (Collects #1-5) Nov. 8 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Omnibus (Collects War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha, War of the Bounty Hunters #1-5, WotBH -- Jabba, WotBH -- 4-LOM & Zuckuss, WotBH -- Boushh, WotBH -- IG-88, Doctor Aphra #10-15, Darth Vader #12-17, Bounty Hunters #12-17 and Star Wars #13-18);; Han Solo & Chewbacca TPB (Collects #1-5, Star Wars: Life Day One-Shot); The Mandalorian V
Wed, August 03, 2022
Episode #300 -- Keeping the Dream Alive
We mark the end of the five-issue The Halcyon Legacy mini-series on this week's episode with an issue that introduces a new character, serves as the first appearance for another character and leaves the door open to a the ship's return in future comics. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ The Halycon Legacy #5 (of 5) (7:20) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Crimson Reign #4 (of 4) The news: _ Congrats to Chris, Nick and Noah for winning our long-drawnout essay contest about The High Republic's next phase and thanks to Jared Cantor for making the prizes available _ The High Republic #1 has been pushed to Oct. 12 from Oct. 5 Upcoming Star Wars comics and graphic novels include: Aug. 9 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Clone Wars, Vol. 4 (Collects Free Comic Book Day 2005: Star Wars #1, Star Wars: Darth Maul – Son of Dathomir #1-4, Star Wars: Republic #74-77 and 81-83, Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith #1-4, Star Wars: Tag & Bink II #2, material from Star Wars Visionaries #1 and Star Wars Tales #4) Aug. 10 _ Bounty Hunters #26, Han Solo & Chewbacca #5 Aug. 16 - Star Wars: Rebels TPB (Collects Star Wars: Rebels Magazine #1–35, 37, 39 and Star Wars: Rebels Animation Magazine #1–4) Aug. 17 _ Star Wars #26, The Mandalorian #2 (of 8) Aug. 23 _ Star Wars: Crimson Reign TPB (Collects Crimson Reign #1-5); Aug. 24 _ Doctor Aphra #23, Darth Vader #26, Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #1 (of 12) Aug. 31 _ Obi-Wan #4 (of 5), The Mandalorian #1 (of 8) 2nd Printing Sept. 6 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 7 (Collects Blood Ties #1-4, Blood Ties -- Boba Fett Is Dead #1-4, Empire #1-4, Underworld -- The Yavin Vassilika #1-5, Free Comic Book Day: Star Wars 2013 and material from Star Wars Tales #1-2, 6 and 16) Sept. 7 _ Star Wars #27, Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #2 (of 12) Sept. 13 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #19-23) Sept. 14 _ Bounty Hunters #27, Obi-Wan #5 (of 5) Sept. 21 _ Darth Vader #27, The Mandalorian #3 (of 8) Sept. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #24, Han Solo & Chewbacca #6 Oct. 4 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 6 (Collects Crimson Empire #0-6, Bounty Hunters -- Kenix Kil, Crimson Empire II -- Council of Blood #1-6, Crimson Empire III -- Empire Lost #1-6 and material from Dark Horse Extra #21-24 and Dark Horse Presents (2011) #1) Oct. 5 _ The Mandalorian #4 (of 8), Doctor Aphra #1 (Halloween Comic Extravaganza Reprint) Oct. 12 _ The High Republic (Vol. 2) #1, Star Wars #28, Star Wars: Visions #1 Oct. 18 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22) Oct. 19 _ Darth Vader #28, The High Republic Adventures -- Quest of the Jedi #1 One-Shot Oct. 25 _ Doct
Wed, July 27, 2022
Episode #299 -- For Whom the Bell Tolls
Comics, some wags would say, aren't real literature. We disagree and present as our evidence Obi-Wan #3 (of 5) and Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #22 as prime reasons why. Both issues are complex and detailed examinations of regret, remembrance and rage and, unsurprisingly, present a pair of textured stories that will resonate for awhile. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Obi-Wan #3 (of 5) (11:12) _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #22 (37:08) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ None The news: _ SDCC 2022 brought some sneak peaks of upcoming The High Republic comics, along with news that Daniel José Older and Toni Bruno's The High Republic Adventures story is no longer a graphic novel, but an ongoing second volume of the initial IDW series _ Claudia Gray's Dark Horse Star Wars comic is titled Quest for the Jedi and is due out in October _ Star Wars: Visions #1 has been pushed to Oct. 12 from Sept. 21 _ Peach Momoko's virgin variant for The Mandalorian #4, due out Oct. 5, is a 1:100 variant and the pre-selling asking price for it is starting to rise VERY high. Upcoming Star Wars comics and graphic novels include: Updated July 30, 2022 THIS WEEK Aug. 3 _ Halcyon Legacy #5 (of 5) Aug. 9 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Clone Wars, Vol. 4 (Collects Free Comic Book Day 2005: Star Wars #1, Star Wars: Darth Maul – Son of Dathomir #1-4, Star Wars: Republic #74-77 and 81-83, Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith #1-4, Star Wars: Tag & Bink II #2, material from Star Wars Visionaries #1 and Star Wars Tales #4) Aug. 10 _ Bounty Hunters #26, Han Solo & Chewbacca #5; Star Wars: Rebels TPB (Collects Star Wars: Rebels Magazine #1–35, 37, 39 and Star Wars: Rebels Animation Magazine #1–4) Aug. 17 _ Star Wars #26, The Mandalorian #2 (of 8) Aug. 23 _ Star Wars: Crimson Reign TPB (Collects Crimson Reign #1-5); Aug. 24 _ Doctor Aphra #23, Darth Vader #26, Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #1 (of 12) Aug. 31 _ Obi-Wan #4 (of 5), The Mandalorian #1 (of 8) 2nd Printing Sept. 6 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 7 (Collects Blood Ties #1-4, Blood Ties -- Boba Fett Is Dead #1-4, Empire #1-4, Underworld -- The Yavin Vassilika #1-5, Free Comic Book Day: Star Wars 2013 and material from Star Wars Tales #1-2, 6 and 16) Sept. 7 _ Star Wars #27, Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #2 (of 12) Sept. 13 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #19-23) Sept. 14 _ Bounty Hunters #27, Obi-Wan #5 (of 5) Sept. 21 _ Darth Vader #27, The Mandalorian #3 (of 8) Sept. 27 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 6 (Collects Crimson Empire #0-6, Bounty Hunters -- Kenix Kil, Crimson Empire II -- Council of Blood #1-6, Crimson Empire III -- Empire Lost #1-6 and materi
Wed, July 20, 2022
Episode #298 -- I Will Follow
Marvel celebrates writer Charles Soule's 100th Star Wars comic script in four-story one-and-done issue of Star Wars (Vol. 3) #25 that brings back some of his previous stories in Darth Vader (Vol. 2), Poe Dameron and the Anakin & Obi-Wan and Kylo Ren mini-series. In Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #25, Sabé takes command and control as the Empire fights Crimson Dawn to save a world featuring a subtle nod to the machinery in Dark Horse Comics's Dark Empire comics. Chewbacca faces Krrsantan in a wookiee death duel in a bid to save Han in Han Solo & Chewbacca #4 even as the mystery of is he or is he not Han's dad deepens. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Star Wars #25 (5:03) _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #4 (25:52) _ Darth Vader #25 (36:01) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Star Wars (Vol. 3) #22 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #22 The news: _ October solicits are out and Bounty Hunters and Han Solo & Chewbacca are taking a skip month, while the Hidden Empire and Yoda mini-series appear to have been pushed back into November. _ The Mandalorian #1 is getting a second printing that's due out on Aug. 31. _ Lucasfilm Publishing will have a panel on July 22 at SDCC Upcoming Star Wars comics and graphic novels include: July 27 _ Doctor Aphra #22, Obi-Wan #3 (of 5) Aug. 3 _ Halcyon Legacy #5 (of 5) Aug. 9 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Clone Wars, Vol. 4 (Collects Free Comic Book Day 2005: Star Wars #1, Star Wars: Darth Maul – Son of Dathomir #1-4, Star Wars: Republic #74-77 and 81-83, Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith #1-4, Star Wars: Tag & Bink II #2, material from Star Wars Visionaries #1 and Star Wars Tales #4) Aug. 10 _ Bounty Hunters #26, Han Solo & Chewbacca #5 Aug. 16 _ Star Wars: Rebels TPB (Collects Star Wars: Rebels Magazine #1–35, 37, 39 and Star Wars: Rebels Animation Magazine #1–4) Aug. 17 _ Star Wars #26, The Mandalorian #2 (of 8) Aug. 23 _ Star Wars: Crimson Reign TPB (Collects Crimson Reign #1-5), Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22); Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 7 (Collects Blood Ties #1-4, Blood Ties -- Boba Fett Is Dead #1-4, Empire #1-4, Underworld -- The Yavin Vassilika #1-5, Free Comic Book Day: Star Wars 2013 and material from Star Wars Tales #1-2, 6 and 16) Aug. 24 _ Doctor Aphra #23, Darth Vader #26, Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #1 (of 12) Aug. 31 _ Obi-Wan #4 (of 5), The Mandalorian #1 (of 8) 2nd Printing Sept. 7 _ Star Wars #27, Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #2 (of 12) Sept. 13 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #19-23) Sept. 14 _ Bounty Hunters #27, Obi-Wan #5 (of 5) Sept. 21 _ Darth Vader #27, The Mandalorian #3 (of 8), Star Wars: Visions #1 Sept. 27 _ Star Wars Leg
Wed, July 13, 2022
Episode #297 -- Rainbow in the Dark
The Mandalorian sees the first episode of season one in a smartly adapted beat-for-beat retelling scripted by Rodney Barnes and lavishly illustrated by George Jeanty, Karl Story, Rachelle Rosenberg and VC's Joe Caramagna that's sure to appeal to Mando fans. Bounty Hunters #25, by Ethan Sacks, Paolo Villanelli, Arif Prianto and VC's Travis Lanham, is rip-roaring page turner as T'onga and the hunters contend with the Knights of Ren in a battle of not just words but weapons. The issue features a surprisingly delicate interlude featuring Beilert Valance that gives readers a side of the Empire we don't seldom see. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ The Mandalorian #1 (of 8) (09:15) _ Bounty Hunters #25 (17:13) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Bounty Hunters #22 The news: _ It appears that due to rights issues, Diamond UK won't be distributing Dark Horse Comics' upcoming Star Wars comics to the UK and Europe, as was the case with IDW _ Reva from the Obi-Wan Kenobi Disney+ TV series features on a "Choose Your Destiny" variant cover for Bounty Hunters #26 _ October solicits are due out this week _ Lucasfilm Publishing will have a panel on July 22 at SDCC Upcoming Star Wars comics and graphic novels include: July 20 _ Star Wars #25, Darth Vader #25, Han Solo & Chewbacca #4 July 27 _ Doctor Aphra #22, Obi-Wan #3 (of 5) Aug. 3 _ Halcyon Legacy #5 (of 5) Aug. 9 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Clone Wars, Vol. 4 (Collects Free Comic Book Day 2005: Star Wars #1, Star Wars: Darth Maul – Son of Dathomir #1-4, Star Wars: Republic #74-77 and 81-83, Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith #1-4, Star Wars: Tag & Bink II #2, material from Star Wars Visionaries #1 and Star Wars Tales #4) Aug. 10 _ Bounty Hunters #26, Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #1 (of 12), Han Solo & Chewbacca #5 Aug. 16 _ Star Wars: Rebels TPB (Collects Star Wars: Rebels Magazine #1–35, 37, 39 and Star Wars: Rebels Animation Magazine #1–4) Aug. 17 _ Star Wars #26, The Mandalorian #2 (of 8) Aug. 23 _ Star Wars: Crimson Reign TPB (Collects Crimson Reign #1-5), Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22); Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 7 (Collects Blood Ties #1-4, Blood Ties -- Boba Fett Is Dead #1-4, Empire #1-4, Underworld -- The Yavin Vassilika #1-5, Free Comic Book Day: Star Wars 2013 and material from Star Wars Tales #1-2, 6 and 16) Aug. 24 _ Doctor Aphra #23, Darth Vader #26 Aug. 31 _ Obi-Wan #4 (of 5) Sept. 7 _ Star Wars #27, Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #2 (of 12) Sept. 13 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #19-23) Sept. 14 _ Bounty Hunters #27, Obi-Wan #5 (of 5) Sept. 21 _ Darth Vader #27, The Mandalorian #3 (of 8), Star Wars: Visions #
Wed, July 06, 2022
Episode #296 -- Opportunities (Let's Make Lots of Money)
A classic heist story melded with a touch of comedy is bookended by some somber realizations about the price of sacrifice in today's issue of Star Wars: The Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5) by Ethan Sacks, Will Sliney, Rachelle Rosenberg, Joe Sabino, Carlos Lao, Mikey J. Basso, Danny Khazem and Mark Paniccia. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5) (4:24) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Bounty Hunters #21 The news: _ Star Wars #25 is delayed by a week to July 27. _ Tales From the Rancor Pit is pushed back to Nov. 8 from Oct. 18. _ The Star Wars Rebels "Thank You" variant sent to comic shops by Dark Horse contains 12 stories from Star Wars Rebels magazine. The full version, due out Aug. 16 contains many, many more. Upcoming Star Wars comics and graphic novels include: July 13 _ The Mandalorian #1 (of 8), Bounty Hunters #25 July 20 _ Darth Vader #25, Han Solo & Chewbacca #4 July 27 _ Star Wars #25, Doctor Aphra #22, Obi-Wan #3 (of 5) Aug. 3 _ Halcyon Legacy #5 (of 5) Aug. 9 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Clone Wars, Vol. 4 (Collects Free Comic Book Day 2005: Star Wars #1, Star Wars: Darth Maul – Son of Dathomir #1-4, Star Wars: Republic #74-77 and 81-83, Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith #1-4, Star Wars: Tag & Bink II #2, material from Star Wars Visionaries #1 and Star Wars Tales #4) Aug. 10 _ Bounty Hunters #26, Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #1 (of 12), Han Solo & Chewbacca #5 Aug. 16 _ Star Wars: Rebels TPB (Collects Star Wars: Rebels Magazine #1–35, 37, 39 and Star Wars: Rebels Animation Magazine #1–4) Aug. 17 _ Star Wars #26, The Mandalorian #2 (of 8) Aug. 23 _ Star Wars: Crimson Reign TPB (Collects Crimson Reign #1-5), Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22); Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 7 (Collects Blood Ties #1-4, Blood Ties -- Boba Fett Is Dead #1-4, Empire #1-4, Underworld -- The Yavin Vassilika #1-5, Free Comic Book Day: Star Wars 2013 and material from Star Wars Tales #1-2, 6 and 16) Aug. 24 _ Doctor Aphra #23, Darth Vader #26 Aug. 31 _ Obi-Wan #4 (of 5) Sept. 7 _ Star Wars #27, Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #2 (of 12) Sept. 13 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #19-23) Sept. 14 _ Bounty Hunters #27, Obi-Wan #5 (of 5) Sept. 21 _ Darth Vader #27, The Mandalorian #3 (of 8), Star Wars: Visions #1 Sept. 27 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 6 (Collects Crimson Empire #0-6, Bounty Hunters -- Kenix Kil, Crimson Empire II -- Council of Blood #1-6, Crimson Empire III -- Empire Lost #1-6 and material from Dark Horse Extra #21-24 and Dark Horse Presents (2011) #1) Sept. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #24, Han Solo & Chewbacca #6 Oc
Wed, June 29, 2022
Episode #295 -- Old Friend
A rare event with four new Star Wars comics titles out on a single day, with Doctor Aphra #21 offering up a view into Aphra's descent into madness, along with a few surprises from her past. In Darth Vader #24, Sabé makes a surprising declaration as Vader finds help from a shifty yet loyal toadie. In Han Solo & Chewbacca #3, Greedo's reputation for failing to follow through gains strength, while in Obi-Wan #2 (of 5) we find out what does go bump in the night. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #3 (07:52) _ Obi-Wan #2 (of 5) (21:38) _ Darth Vader #24 (43:28) _ Doctor Aphra #21 (54:28) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #19 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #21 The news? _ Cover reveals for the Choose Your Destiny variants are starting to be released. Upcoming Star Wars comics and graphic novels include: July 6 _ Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5) July 13 _ The Mandalorian #1 (of 8), Bounty Hunters #25 July 20 _ Darth Vader #25, Star Wars #25, Han Solo & Chewbacca #4 July 27 _ Doctor Aphra #22, Obi-Wan #3 (of 5) Aug. 3 _ Halcyon Legacy #5 (of 5) Aug. 9 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Clone Wars, Vol. 4 (Collects Free Comic Book Day 2005: Star Wars #1, Star Wars: Darth Maul – Son of Dathomir #1-4, Star Wars: Republic #74-77 and 81-83, Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith #1-4, Star Wars: Tag & Bink II #2, material from Star Wars Visionaries #1 and Star Wars Tales #4) Aug. 10 _ Bounty Hunters #26, Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #1 (of 12), Han Solo & Chewbacca #5 Aug. 16 _ Star Wars: Rebels TPB (Collects Star Wars: Rebels Magazine #1–35, 37, 39 and Star Wars: Rebels Animation Magazine #1–4) Aug. 17 _ Star Wars #26, The Mandalorian #2 (of 8) Aug. 23 _ Star Wars: Crimson Reign TPB (Collects Crimson Reign #1-5), Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22); Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 7 (Collects Blood Ties #1-4, Blood Ties -- Boba Fett Is Dead #1-4, Empire #1-4, Underworld -- The Yavin Vassilika #1-5, Free Comic Book Day: Star Wars 2013 and material from Star Wars Tales #1-2, 6 and 16) Aug. 24 _ Doctor Aphra #23, Darth Vader #26 Aug. 31 _ Obi-Wan #4 (of 5) Sept. 7 _ Star Wars #27, Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #2 (of 12) Sept. 13 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #19-23) Sept. 14 _ Bounty Hunters #27, Obi-Wan #5 (of 5) Sept. 21 _ Darth Vader #27, The Mandalorian #3 (of 8), Star Wars: Visions #1 Sept. 27 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The New Republic, Vol. 6 (Collects Crimson Empire #0-6, Bounty Hunters -- Kenix Kil, Crimson Empire II -- Council of Blood #1-6, Crimson Empire III -- Empire Lost #1-6 and material from Dark Horse Extra #21-24 and Da
Wed, June 22, 2022
Episode #294 -- Empire Builder
The jig is up and the Empire has finally realized that the syndicates aren't warring with each other in a bid to replace the Hutt's franchise on thievery, thugs and more, but at the nodding of Crimson Dawn. Furthermore, Palpatine and Darth Vader are pretty sure Maul may have taught Qi'ra more than just how to fight force wielders. Qi'ra? She's ready, as she always is, as the second part of the "Soule Trilogy" comes to an end, setting the stage for October's debut of "The Hidden Empire." Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Crimson Reign #5 (of 5) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Halcyon Legacy #2 (of 5) The news? _ Charles Soule talked about the upcoming Star Wars (Vol. 3) #25 with ComicBook.com Upcoming Star Wars comics and graphic novels include: June 28 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Freedon Nadd Uprising #1-2) June 29 _ Doctor Aphra #21, Darth Vader #24, Han Solo & Chewbacca #3, Obi-Wan #2 (of 5) July 6 _ Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5) July 13 _ The Mandalorian #1 (of 8), Bounty Hunters #25 July 20 _ Darth Vader #25, Star Wars #25, Han Solo & Chewbacca #4 July 27 _ Doctor Aphra #22, Obi-Wan #3 (of 5) Aug. 3 _ Halcyon Legacy #5 (of 5) Aug. 9 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Clone Wars, Vol. 4 (Collects Free Comic Book Day 2005: Star Wars #1, Star Wars: Darth Maul – Son of Dathomir #1-4, Star Wars: Republic #74-77 and 81-83, Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith #1-4, Star Wars: Tag & Bink II #2, material from Star Wars Visionaries #1 and Star Wars Tales #4) Aug. 10 _ Bounty Hunters #26, Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #1 (of 12), Han Solo & Chewbacca #5 Aug. 16 _ Star Wars: Rebels TPB (Collects Star Wars: Rebels Magazine #1–35, 37, 39 and Star Wars: Rebels Animation Magazine #1–4) Aug. 17 _ Star Wars #26, The Mandalorian #2 (of 8) Aug. 23 _ Star Wars: Crimson Reign TPB (Collects Crimson Reign #1-5), Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22); Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 7 (Collects Blood Ties #1-4, Blood Ties -- Boba Fett Is Dead #1-4, Empire #1-4, Underworld -- The Yavin Vassilika #1-5, Free Comic Book Day: Star Wars 2013 and material from Star Wars Tales #1-2, 6 and 16) Aug. 24 _ Doctor Aphra #23, Darth Vader #26 Aug. 31 _ Obi-Wan #4 (of 5) Sept. 7 _ Star Wars #27, Star Wars: Visions #1, The Mandalorian #3 (of 8) Sept. 13 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #19-23) Sept. 14 _ Bounty Hunters #27, Obi-Wan #5 (of 5) Sept. 21 _ Darth V
Wed, June 15, 2022
Episode #293 -- Low Self Opinion
T'onga gets help (maybe) from Dengar as the quest to rescue Cadeliah from Crimson Dawn gains speed, but given this is Bounty Hunters #24, nothing is at it seems, even for Valance, though in the employ of Darth Vader, is trying and failing, to stem the Dawn's reach in an issue written by Ethan Sacks, illustrated Paolo Villanelli, colored by Arif Prianto, lettered by VC's Travis Lanham and edited by Mikey J. Basson, Danny Khazem and Mark Paniccia. Nick Russell oversees the production design and the covers are by Giuseppe Camuncoli and Jesus Aburtov; Jan Bazaldua and Antonio Fabela; and Chris Sprouse, Karl Story and Neeraj Menon. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Bounty Hunters #24 Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Halcyon Legacy #2 (of 5) _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #1 _ Crimson Reign #3 (of 5) The news? _ Splash Page marks its seventh anniversary _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #1 is getting a reprinting as part of Marvel's Halloween Comics Extravaganza on Oct. 29 Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: June 21 _ Star Wars: Rebels, Vol. 3 (Manga) June 22 _ Crimson Reign #5 (of 5) June 28 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Freedon Nadd Uprising #1-2) June 29 _ Doctor Aphra #21, Darth Vader #24, Han Solo & Chewbacca #3, Obi-Wan #2 (of 5) July 6 _ Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5) July 13 _ The Mandalorian #1 (of 8), Bounty Hunters #25 July 20 _ Darth Vader #25, Star Wars #25, Han Solo & Chewbacca #4 July 27 _ Doctor Aphra #22, Obi-Wan #3 (of 5) Aug. 3 _ Halcyon Legacy #5 (of 5) Aug. 9 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Clone Wars, Vol. 4 (Collects Free Comic Book Day 2005: Star Wars #1, Star Wars: Darth Maul – Son of Dathomir #1-4, Star Wars: Republic #74-77 and 81-83, Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith #1-4, Star Wars: Tag & Bink II #2, material from Star Wars Visionaries #1 and Star Wars Tales #4) Aug. 10 _ Bounty Hunters #26, Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #1 (of 12), Han Solo & Chewbacca #5 Aug. 16 _ Star Wars: Rebels TPB (Collects Star Wars: Rebels Magazine #1–35, 37, 39 and Star Wars: Rebels Animation Magazine #1–4) Aug. 17 _ Star Wars #26, The Mandalorian #2 (of 8) Aug. 23 _ Star Wars: Crimson Reign TPB (Collects Crimson Reign #1-5), Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22); Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 7 (Collects Blood Ties #1-4, Blood Ties -- Boba Fett Is Dead #1-4, Empire #1-4, Underworld -- The Yavin Vassilika #1-5, Free Comic Book Day: Star Wars 2013 and material from Star Wars Tales #
Wed, June 08, 2022
Episode #292 -- Fire Under My Feet
Leia faces Zahra in a riveting last stand that lays bare the emotional foundation at the core of both women and their individual yet parallel thirst for justice and revenge. The issue is written by Charles Soule, illustrated by Ramon Rosanas and Madibek Musabekov, colored by Rachelle Rosenberg, lettered by VC's Clayton Cowles and edited by Mikey J. Basso, Danny Khazem and Mark Paniccia. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Star Wars (Vol. 3) #24 _ Krrsantan -- Star Wars Tales #1 Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ The High Republic #15 _ The High Republic -- Eye of the Storm #2 (of 2) _ Star Wars (Vol. 3) #21 The news? _ MarvinDog Media celebrates its 10th anniversary _ Some thoughts about Star Wars Celebration Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: June 15 _ Bounty Hunters #24 June 21 _ Star Wars: Rebels, Vol. 3 (Manga) June 22 _ Crimson Reign #5 (of 5) June 28 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Freedon Nadd Uprising #1-2) June 29 _ Doctor Aphra #21, Darth Vader #24, Han Solo & Chewbacca #3, Obi-Wan #2 (of 5) July 6 _ Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5), The Mandalorian #1 July 13 _ Bounty Hunters #25, Star Wars: Rebels TPB (Collects Star Wars: Rebels Magazine #1–35, 37, 39 and Star Wars: Rebels Animation Magazine #1–4) July 20 _ Darth Vader #25, Star Wars #25, Han Solo & Chewbacca #4 July 27 _ Doctor Aphra #22, Obi-Wan #3 (of 5) Aug. 3 _ Halcyon Legacy #5 (of 5) Aug. 9 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Clone Wars, Vol. 4 (Collects Free Comic Book Day 2005: Star Wars #1, Star Wars: Darth Maul – Son of Dathomir #1-4, Star Wars: Republic #74-77 and 81-83, Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith #1-4, Star Wars: Tag & Bink II #2, material from Star Wars Visionaries #1 and Star Wars Tales #4) Aug. 10 _ Bounty Hunters #26, Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #1 (of 12), Han Solo & Chewbacca #5 Aug. 17 _ Star Wars #26, Aug. 23 _ Star Wars: Crimson Reign TPB (Collects Crimson Reign #1-5), Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22); Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 7 (Collects Blood Ties #1-4, Blood Ties -- Boba Fett Is Dead #1-4, Empire #1-4, Underworld -- The Yavin Vassilika #1-5, Free Comic Book Day: Star Wars 2013 and material from Star Wars Tales #1-2, 6 and 16) Aug. 24 _ Doctor Aphra #23, Darth Vader #26 Aug. 30 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #16-20); Bounty Hunters Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22) Aug. 31 _ Obi-Wan #4 (of 5)<
Wed, June 01, 2022
Episode #291 -- Graduation (Friends Forever)
Prequel fans get a double kick in the heart as Darth Vader #23 mines Anakin's time as a child, while Sabé ponders a difficult decision. In Bounty Hunters #23, Dengar makes a calculated decision that will have ramifications for T'ongo, Losha and the crew, not to mention the fate of Cadeliah. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Bounty Hunters #23 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #23 Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ None The news? _ Star Wars: Yoda, a 10-issue maxi-series was revealed at Star Wars Celebration, as were first looks at covers for Marvel's The High Republic, Vol. 2, and the four-issue THR: The Blade mini-series. Dark Horse showed off covers for Star Wars -- Hyperspace Stories and the Halloween-inspired Tales From the Rancor Pit. Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses: June 8 _ Star Wars #24, Krrsantan: Star Wars Tales #1 June 15 _ Bounty Hunters #24 June 21 _ Star Wars: Rebels, Vol. 3 (Manga) June 22 _ Crimson Reign #5 (of 5), Obi-Wan #2 (of 5), Darth Vader #24 June 28 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Freedon Nadd Uprising #1-2) June 29 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #3, Doctor Aphra #21 July 6 _ Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5), The Mandalorian #1 July 13 _ Bounty Hunters #25, Star Wars: Rebels TPB (Collects Star Wars: Rebels Magazine #1–35, 37, 39 and Star Wars: Rebels Animation Magazine #1–4) July 20 _ Darth Vader #25, Star Wars #25, Han Solo & Chewbacca #4 July 27 _ Doctor Aphra #22, Obi-Wan #3 (of 5) Aug. 3 _ Halcyon Legacy #5 (of 5), Star Wars #26 Aug. 9 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Clone Wars, Vol. 4 (Collects Free Comic Book Day 2005: Star Wars #1, Star Wars: Darth Maul – Son of Dathomir #1-4, Star Wars: Republic #74-77 and 81-83, Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith #1-4, Star Wars: Tag & Bink II #2, material from Star Wars Visionaries #1 and Star Wars Tales #4) Aug. 10 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #5, Bounty Hunters #26, Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #1 (of 12) Aug. 17 _ The Mandalorian #2, Star Wars #26, Darth Vader #26 Aug. 23 _ Star Wars: Crimson Reign TPB (Collects Crimson Reign #1-5), Darth Vader (Vol. 3) Vol. 4 Crimson Reign TPB (Collects #18-22); Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 7 (Collects Blood Ties #1-4, Blood Ties -- Boba Fett Is Dead #1-4, Empire #1-4, Underworld -- The Yavin Vassilika #1-5, Free Comic Book Day: Star Wars 2013 and material from Star Wars Tales #1-2, 6 and 16) Aug. 24 _ Doctor Aphra #23, Han Solo & Chewbacca #6 Aug. 30 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) Vo
Wed, May 25, 2022
Episode #290 -- Get the Party Started
No comics this week but plenty of new information about upcoming Star Wars comics as we discuss Star Wars Celebration Anaheim (May 26-29) and what we sort of comics-related news we're hoping might be revealed. There's also secret catch phrase and, if you bump into Jeff at SWCA and are the first to say it to him, you've just won yourself Marvel's three-volume omnibus collection of the 1977-86 Star Wars series. We'll even cover the shipping and handling. (For real!) Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ None Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ None The news? _ Dark Horse Comics will launch a 12-issue, all-ages maxi-series -- Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories, on Aug. 10, as the publisher begins its second round with the Lucasfilm license in earnest. _ Due out Oct. 18, also from Dark Horse, is the Vader's Castle-inspired horror graphic novel, Star Wars: Tales From the Rancor Pit. It'll be a hardcover graphic novel and retail for $19.99. _ The seven Pride variants for Marvel's Star Wars comics have finally been revealed. They'll be out during June and July. _ If you're in need of a four-day pass to this month's Star Wars Celebration, send us a line via Twitter, Facebook or email. We have one for sale at face value. Star Wars Celebration and comics: Comics Creatives Attending SWCA _ Adam Christopher _ Alyssa Wong _ Amanda Deibert _ Cavan Scott _ Charles Soule _ Christopher Cantwell _ Claudia Gray _ Daniel Jose Older _ Delilah S. Dawson _ Ethan Sacks _ Jody Houser _ Justina Ireland _ Phil Szostak _ Rodney Barnes _ Sam Maggs _ Tommy Stella! Panels of interest to Star Wars comics readers and fans _ Lucasfilm Publishing: Stories From a Galaxy Far, Far Away (Thursday, May 26, 1-2 p.m., Twin Suns Stage) From adult novels to kids comics, from the time of the High Republic to the rise of the First Order, this is the place to dive deeper into the stories from a galaxy far, far away. Featuring details on new and upcoming titles from Disney Lucasfilm Press, Del Rey, Dark Horse, and more! Including all-new announcements and reveals from a galaxy far, far away! Moderated by Lucasfilm's Michael Siglain. _ The High Republic: For Light and Life (Thursday, May 26, 3-4 p.m., The Galaxy Stage) Centuries before the Skywalker saga there was The High Republic! Join moderator and The High Republic Show host Krystina Arielle, along with luminous authors Claudia Gray, Justina Ireland, Daniel José Older, Cavan Scott, and Charles Soule, along with Lucasfilm's James Waugh and Michael Siglain, for an in-depth conversation about the golden age of the Jedi. Including all-new announcements and reveals from Phase II: Quest of the Jedi! _ Exploring the Universe: The Books & Comics of Star Wars (Saturday, May 28, 10:30-11:30 a.m
Wed, May 18, 2022
Episode #289 -- Sparks of the Tempest
Doctor Aphra #20 delivers a punch to the gut with an unexpected yet cataclsymic cliff hangar, while Han Solo & Chewbacca #2 provides a well-paced, all-encompassing story featuring Han wondering if he's the victim of a con or if Ovan really his dad. Both issues move at a solid clip and provide compelling illustrations, color artistry and lettering. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #2 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #20 Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ The High Republic -- Trail of Shadows #5 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #20 The news? _ The store-exclusive variants for July 6's The Mandalorian #1 are coming hot and heavy, featuring a bevy of artists from Jan Duursema to Alex Maleev. Check our Facebook page and Twitter feed for the covers and where to order. _ If you're in need of a four-day pass to this month's Star Wars Celebration, send us a line via Twitter, Facebook or email. We have one for sale at face value. Upcoming Star Wars comics, trades and omnibus editions: May 24 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance, Vol. 2 (Manga) May 25 _ NONE UPCOMING June 1 _ Darth Vader #23, Bounty Hunters #23 June 8 _ Star Wars #24, Krrsantan: Star Wars Tales #1 June 15 _ Bounty Hunters #24 June 21 _ Star Wars: Rebels, Vol. 3 (Manga) June 22 _ Crimson Reign #5 (of 5), Obi-Wan #2 (of 5), Darth Vader #24 June 28 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Freedon Nadd Uprising #1-2) June 29 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #3, Doctor Aphra #21 July 6 _ Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5), The Mandalorian #1 July 13 _ Bounty Hunters #25, Star Wars: Rebels TPB (Collects Star Wars: Rebels Magazine #1–35, 37, 39 and Star Wars: Rebels Animation Magazine #1–4) July 20 _ Darth Vader #25, Star Wars #25, Han Solo & Chewbacca #4 July 27 _ Doctor Aphra #22, Obi-Wan #3 (of 5) Aug. 2 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Clone Wars, Vol. 4 (Collects Free Comic Book Day 2005: Star Wars #1, Star Wars: Darth Maul – Son of Dathomir #1-4, Star Wars: Republic #74-77 and 81-83, Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith #1-4, Star Wars: Tag & Bink II #2, material from Star Wars Visionaries #1 and Star Wars Tales #4) Aug. 3 _ Halcyon Legacy #5 (of 5), Star Wars #26 Aug. 10 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #5, Bounty Hunters #26, Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories #1 (of 12) Aug. 16 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 7 (Collects Blood Ties #1-4, Blood Ties -- Boba Fett Is Dead #1-4, Empire #1-4, Underworld -- The Yavin Vassilika #1-5, Free Comi
Wed, May 11, 2022
Episode #288 -- Ballerina Out of Control
Finally, the Padmé and Anakin story that was teased so many months ago is upon is in the pages of Star Wars -- Halcyon Legacy #3 (of 5) by Ethan Sacks, Will Sliney, Rachelle Rosenberg and VC's Joe Sabino. The present-day element of the series draws us closer to the Resistance spy onboard being sought Crimson Jack, too. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Halcyon Legacy #3 (of 5) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5) _ The High Republic #14 _ Crimson Reign #2 (of 5) The news? _ Checkout StarWars.com for a great look behind the panels with Ario Anindito showcasing his work on Obi-Wan #1. _ Publishing delays are becoming more pronounced, with the 2nd printing of the Doctor Aphra omnibus pushed back to January, along with the Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Menace Revealed, Vol. 3. _ If you're in need of a four-day pass to this month's Star Wars Celebration, send us a line via Twitter, Facebook or email. We have one for sale at face value. Upcoming Star Wars comics, trades and omnibus editions: May 18 _ Doctor Aphra #20, Han Solo & Chewbacca #2 May 24 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance, Vol. 2 (Manga) May 25 _ NONE une 1 _ Darth Vader #23, Bounty Hunters #23 June 8 _ Star Wars #24, Krrsantan: Star Wars Tales #1 June 15 _ Bounty Hunters #24 June 21 _ Star Wars: Rebels, Vol. 3 (Manga) June 22 _ Crimson Reign #5 (of 5), Obi-Wan #2 (of 5), Darth Vader #24 June 28 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Freedon Nadd Uprising #1-2) June 29 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #3, Doctor Aphra #21 July 6 _ Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5), The Mandalorian #1 July 13 _ Bounty Hunters #25, Star Wars: Rebels TPB (Collects Star Wars: Rebels Magazine #1–35, 37, 39 and Star Wars: Rebels Animation Magazine #1–4) July 20 _ Darth Vader #25, Star Wars #25, Han Solo & Chewbacca #4 July 27 _ Doctor Aphra #22, Obi-Wan #3 (of 5) Aug. 2 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Clone Wars, Vol. 4 (Collects Free Comic Book Day 2005: Star Wars #1, Star Wars: Darth Maul – Son of Dathomir #1-4, Star Wars: Republic #74-77 and 81-83, Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith #1-4, Star Wars: Tag & Bink II #2, material from Star Wars Visionaries #1 and Star Wars Tales #4) Aug. 3 _ Halcyon Legacy #5 (of 5) Aug. 10 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #5 Aug. 16 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire, Vol. 7 (Collects Blood Ties #1-4, Blood Ties -- Boba Fett Is Dead #1-4, Empire #1-4, Underworld -- The Yavin Vassilika #1-5, Free Comic B
Wed, May 04, 2022
Episode #287 -- The Wanting Comes in Waves
The month of Obi-Wan Kenobi begins in earnest with the first of a five-issue mini-series, Star Wars -- Obi-Wan, written by Christopher Cantwell, lushly illustrated by Ario Anindito, colored by Carlos Lopez and lettered by Joe Caramagna. In Star Wars #23, Cmdr. Zahra proves she's truly a Tarkin disciple, luring the Rebel Fleet into potential disaster even as Shara Bey and Kes Dameron are finally reunited amid the fierce fighting outside. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Obi-Wan #1 (of 5) _ Star Wars (Vol. 3) #23 Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ The High Republic -- Trail of Shadows #4 The news? _ Set aside Thursday, Saturday and Sunday for Star Wars comics details and information if you're headed to Star Wars Celebration. Thursday is the big Lucasfilm publishing panel that will feature information about the next phase of The High Republic, including Dark Horse Comics' titles. Saturday sees Marvel's panel and we figure we'll get details on the five-issue Hidden Empire mini-series, as well as announcements for Cavan Scott's The High Republic and other titles, too. Upcoming Star Wars comics, trades and omnibus editions: May 10 _ Star Wars (Vol. 1) Omnibus Vol. 1 (2nd Printing) May 11 _ Halycon Legacy #3 (of 5) May 18 _ Doctor Aphra #20, Han Solo & Chewbacca #2 May 24 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance, Vol. 2 (Manga) May 25 _ NONE June 1 _ Darth Vader #23, Bounty Hunters #23 June 8 _ Star Wars #24, Krrsantan: Star Wars Tales #1 June 15 _ Bounty Hunters #24 June 21 _ Star Wars: Rebels, Vol. 3 (Manga) June 22 _ Crimson Reign #5 (of 5), Obi-Wan #2 (of 5), Darth Vader #24 June 28 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Freedon Nadd Uprising #1-2) June 29 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #3, Doctor Aphra #21 July 6 _ Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5), The Mandalorian #1 July 13 _ Bounty Hunters #25, Star Wars: Rebels TPB (Collects Star Wars: Rebels Magazine #1–35, 37, 39 and Star Wars: Rebels Animation Magazine #1–4) July 20 _ Darth Vader #25, Star Wars #25, Han Solo & Chewbacca #4 July 27 _ Doctor Aphra #22, Obi-Wan #3 (of 5) Aug. 2 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Clone Wars, Vol. 4 (Collects Free Comic Book Day 2005: Star Wars #1, Star Wars: Darth Maul – Son of Dathomir #1-4, Star Wars: Republic #74-77 and 81-83, Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith #1-4, Star Wars: Tag & Bink II #2, material from Star Wars Visionaries #1 and Star Wars Tales #4) Aug. 3 _ Halcyon Legacy #5 (of 5) Aug. 10 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #5<b
Thu, April 28, 2022
Episode #286 -- Jace Wars Part II
The heartwarming story of Jace and Gigi continues in the pages of Jace Wars Part II, a fan-made Star Wars-inspired and enthusiastic comic that benefits several charities through a variety of events and fundraisers. We chatted with Aaron Russell about the latest issue in the Jace Wars saga, how it came about and what's to come. Jace Wars-led initiatives typically go to raising money for McMaster Children's and Ronald McDonald House Charities-South Central Ontario. Learn more about the comic and the adventures itself by visiting https://jacewars.com . Upcoming Star Wars comics: May 3 _ Leia: Princess of Alderaan, Vol. 2 (Manga); The High Republic, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects The High Republic #11-15, Eye of the Storm #1-2); Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 1 (Collects Republic #78-80, Purge, Purge — Seconds to Die, Purge — The Hidden Blade, Purge — The Tyrant’s Fist #1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command #1-5, Dark Times #1-17, Dark Times — Blue Harvest #0, Dark Times — Out of the Wilderness #1-5 and Darth Vader and the Ghost Prison #1-5); Star Wars (Vol. 2), Omnibus (Vol. 1) New Printing (Collects Star Wars #1-37, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #13-15, The Screaming Citadel, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1) #7-8 and Star Wars Annual #1-3) May 4 _ Obi-Wan Kenobi #1 (of 5), Star Wars #23 May 10 _ PRH Shows the Star Wars Omnibus on this Date, too. May 11 _ Doctor Aphra #20, Halycon Legacy #3 (of 5) May 18 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #2 May 24 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance, Vol. 2 (Manga) May 25 _ TBD June 1 _ Darth Vader #23, Bounty Hunters #23 June 8 _ Star Wars #24, Krrsantan: Star Wars Tales #1 June 15 _ Bounty Hunters #24, Darth Vader #24 June 21 _ Star Wars: Rebels, Vol. 3 (Manga) June 22 _ Crimson Reign #5 (of 5), Obi-Wan #2 (of 5) June 28 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Freedon Nadd Uprising #1-2) June 29 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #3, Doctor Aphra #21 July 6 _ Star Wars #25, Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5), Halycon Legacy #5 (of 5), The Mandalorian #1; Star Wars: Rebels TPB (Collects Star Wars: Rebels Magazine #1–35, 37, 39 and Star Wars: Rebels Animation Magazine #1–4) July 13 _ Bounty Hunters #25, Obi-Wan Kenobi #3 (of 5) July 19 _ The New Republic Vol. 1 Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Mara Jade - By the Emperor's Hand #0-6, Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire - Evolution #1-5, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Leader #1-3, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron #1-35, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron Special #1, Star Wars Handbook #1 and material from Star Wars Tales #10,
Wed, April 27, 2022
Episode #285 -- Swords of a Thousand Men
After quite awhile, the Knights of Ren are in focus and action as they invade Darth Vader's castle at the behest of Qi'ra in the service of Crimson Dawn in the pages of Crimson Reign #4 (of 5). What secrets do they find? What does it mean for them going forward? The answers are plentiful. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Crimson Reign #4 (of 5) _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #1 (2nd Printing) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ The High Republic #13 _ Doctor Aphra #18 The news? _ The Bad Batch -- sans Omega -- gets its first comic-book cover appearance as the Lucasfilm 50th Anniversary cover for Darth Vader #23 in June. Upcoming Star Wars comics, trades and omnibus editions: May 3 _ Leia: Princess of Alderaan, Vol. 2 (Manga); The High Republic, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects The High Republic #11-15, Eye of the Storm #1-2); Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 1 (Collects Republic #78-80, Purge, Purge — Seconds to Die, Purge — The Hidden Blade, Purge — The Tyrant’s Fist #1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command #1-5, Dark Times #1-17, Dark Times — Blue Harvest #0, Dark Times — Out of the Wilderness #1-5 and Darth Vader and the Ghost Prison #1-5); Star Wars (Vol. 2), Omnibus (Vol. 1) New Printing (Collects Star Wars #1-37, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #13-15, The Screaming Citadel, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1) #7-8 and Star Wars Annual #1-3) May 4 _ Obi-Wan Kenobi #1 (of 5), Star Wars #23 May 10 _ PRH Shows the Star Wars Omnibus on this Date, too. May 11 _ Doctor Aphra #20, Halycon Legacy #3 (of 5) May 18 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #2 May 24 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance, Vol. 2 (Manga) May 25 _ TBD June 1 _ Darth Vader #23, Bounty Hunters #23 June 8 _ Star Wars #24, Krrsantan: Star Wars Tales #1 June 15 _ Bounty Hunters #24, Darth Vader #24 June 21 _ Star Wars: Rebels, Vol. 3 (Manga) June 22 _ Crimson Reign #5 (of 5), Obi-Wan #2 (of 5) June 28 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Freedon Nadd Uprising #1-2) June 29 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #3, Doctor Aphra #21 July 6 _ Star Wars #25, Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5), Halycon Legacy #5 (of 5), The Mandalorian #1; Star Wars: Rebels TPB (Collects Star Wars: Rebels Magazine #1–35, 37, 39 and Star Wars: Rebels Animation Magazine #1–4) July 13 _ Bounty Hunters #25, Obi-Wan Kenobi #3 (of 5) July 19 _ The New Republic Vol. 1 Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Mara Jade - By the Emperor's Hand #0-6, Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire - Evolution #1-5, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Leader #1-3, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron #1-3
Wed, April 20, 2022
Episode #284 -- Never Never Gonna Give Ya Up
Quite possibly our shortest episode ever thanks to the lack of new Star Wars comics this week, though The High Republic #15 sees its second printing released in comic shops. Comics out today and but not broken down on this week's episode: _ The High Republic #15 (2nd Printing) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ The High Republic -- Eye of the Storm #1 (of 2) _ Star Wars (Vol. 3) #20 _ Bounty Hunters #20 The news? _ Marvel's July solicits show seven Star Wars comics in the offing, though given scheduling changes, some of those may not appear until August. Upcoming Star Wars comics, trades and omnibus editions: April 26 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 1) Omnibus (New Printing) (Collects #1-25, Annual #1, Vader Down and Star Wars (Vol. 1) 13-14) April 27 _ Crimson Reign #4 (of 5), Han Solo & Chewbacca #1 (2nd Printing) May 3 _ Leia: Princess of Alderaan, Vol. 2 (Manga); The High Republic, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects The High Republic #11-15, Eye of the Storm #1-2); Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 1 (Collects Republic #78-80, Purge, Purge — Seconds to Die, Purge — The Hidden Blade, Purge — The Tyrant’s Fist #1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command #1-5, Dark Times #1-17, Dark Times — Blue Harvest #0, Dark Times — Out of the Wilderness #1-5 and Darth Vader and the Ghost Prison #1-5); Star Wars (Vol. 2), Omnibus (Vol. 1) New Printing (Collects Star Wars #1-37, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #13-15, The Screaming Citadel, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1) #7-8 and Star Wars Annual #1-3) May 4 _ Obi-Wan Kenobi #1 (of 5), Star Wars #23 May 10 _ PRH Shows the Star Wars Omnibus on this Date, too. May 11 _ Doctor Aphra #20, Halycon Legacy #3 (of 5) May 18 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #2 May 24 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance, Vol. 2 (Manga) May 25 _ TBD June 1 _ Darth Vader #23, Bounty Hunters #23 June 8 _ Star Wars #24, Krrsantan: Star Wars Tales #1 June 15 _ Bounty Hunters #24, Darth Vader #24 June 21 _ Star Wars: Rebels, Vol. 3 (Manga) June 22 _ Crimson Reign #5 (of 5), Obi-Wan #2 (of 5) June 28 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Freedon Nadd Uprising #1-2) June 29 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #3, Doctor Aphra #21 July 6 _ Star Wars #25, Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5), Halycon Legacy #5 (of 5), The Mandalorian #1; Star Wars: Rebels TPB (Collects Star Wars: Rebels Magazine #1–35, 37, 39 and Star Wars: Rebels Animation Magazine #1–4) July 13 _ Bounty Hunters #25, Obi-Wan Kenobi #3 (of 5) July 19 _ The New Republic Vol. 1 Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Mara Jade - By the Emperor'
Wed, April 13, 2022
Episode #283 -- Generals and Majors
Sabé drops a bomb on Darth Vader in the 22nd issue of his namesake series, while Ochi does what Ochi does best: preserve Ochi. In Star Wars #22, Qi'ra and Leia have a strategic meeting while Starlight Squadron and the Pathfinders go all out to rescue Shara Bey. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #22 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3) #22 Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #17 The news? _ Publishing changes see Star Wars #25 pushed back to July 6 from June 1. _ Hasbro revealed Star Wars comics-inspired Black Series Princess Leia (from the 2015 Princess Leia mini-series), Sergeant Kreel (from the 2015 Star Wars series) and Return of the Jedi: Infinities-inspired Darth Vader figures. _ We're zero for three when it comes to the Star Wars Celebration podcast stage. We'll aim for zero for four for the next Celebration. Upcoming Star Wars comics, trades and omnibus editions: April 20 _ The High Republic #15 (2nd Printing) April 26 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 1) Omnibus (New Printing) (Collects #1-25, Annual #1, Vader Down and Star Wars (Vol. 1) 13-14) April 27 _ Crimson Reign #4 (of 5), Han Solo & Chewbacca #1 (2nd Printing) UPCOMING May 3 _ Leia: Princess of Alderaan, Vol. 2 (Manga); The High Republic, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects The High Republic #11-15, Eye of the Storm #1-2); Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 1 (Collects Republic #78-80, Purge, Purge — Seconds to Die, Purge — The Hidden Blade, Purge — The Tyrant’s Fist #1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command #1-5, Dark Times #1-17, Dark Times — Blue Harvest #0, Dark Times — Out of the Wilderness #1-5 and Darth Vader and the Ghost Prison #1-5); Star Wars (Vol. 2), Omnibus (Vol. 1) New Printing (Collects Star Wars #1-37, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #13-15, The Screaming Citadel, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1) #7-8 and Star Wars Annual #1-3) May 4 _ Obi-Wan Kenobi #1 (of 5), Star Wars #23 May 10 _ PRH Shows the Star Wars Omnibus on this date, too. May 11 _ Doctor Aphra #20, Han Solo & Chewbacca #2, Halycon Legacy #3 (of 5) May 18 _ NONE May 24 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance, Vol. 2 (Manga) May 25 _ TBD June 1 _ Darth Vader #23, Bounty Hunters #23 June 7 _ TBD June 8 _ Star Wars #24, Krrsantan: Star Wars Tales #1 June 15 _ Bounty Hunters #24, Darth Vader #24 June 21 _ Star Wars: Rebels, Vol. 3 (Manga) June 22 _ The Mandalorian #1, Crimson Reign #5 (of 5), Obi-Wan #2 (of 5) June 28 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Freedon Nadd Uprising #1-2) <
Wed, April 06, 2022
Episode #282 -- Hazy Shade of Winter
T'onga, Losha, Tasu, Bossk, Zuckuss and 4-LOM fight their way through and, perhaps, out of Coronet City while trying not to lose their valuable prize: Vukorah. Bounty Hunters #22 by Ethan Sacks, Paolo Villaneli, Arif Prianto, Travis Lanham and Nick Russell is nonstop action from the first page to the last. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Bounty Hunters #22 Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Bounty Hunters #19 The news? _ We get an early peek at pages by Ario Anindito from the Christopher Cantwell-written five-issue Obi-Wan mini-series _ Check out IDW's website and store for print copies of back issues of the publishers' Star Wars comics, including The High Republic Adventures, Star Wars Adventures and more. It has single copies for sale, as well as trade paperbacks. _ Our third time applying for a presence on the podcast stage at Star Wars Celebration was declined, ensuring our streak now stands at 0 for 3. (Yay us!) Upcoming Star Wars comics, trades and omnibus editions: April 12 _ The High Republic: Trail of Shadows TPB (Collects #1-5) April 13 _ Darth Vader #22, Star Wars #22 April 20 _ The High Republic #15 (2nd Printing) April 26 _ Star Wars (Vol. 2), Omnibus (Vol. 1) New Printing (Collects Star Wars #1-37, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #13-15, The Screaming Citadel, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1) #7-8 and Star Wars Annual #1-3); Darth Vader (Vol. 1) Omnibus (New Printing) (Collects #1-25, Annual #1, Vader Down and Star Wars (Vol. 1) 13-14) April 27 _ Crimson Reign #4 (of 5), Han Solo & Chewbacca #1 (2nd Printing) May 3 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Freedon Nadd Uprising #1-2); Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 1 (Collects Republic #78-80, Purge, Purge — Seconds to Die, Purge — The Hidden Blade, Purge — The Tyrant’s Fist #1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command #1-5, Dark Times #1-17, Dark Times — Blue Harvest #0, Dark Times — Out of the Wilderness #1-5 and Darth Vader and the Ghost Prison #1-5); Leia: Princess of Alderaan, Vol. 2 (Manga); The High Republic, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects The High Republic #11-15, Eye of the Storm #1-2) May 4 _ Obi-Wan Kenobi #1 (of 5), Star Wars #23 May 11 _ Doctor Aphra #20, Han Solo & Chewbacca #2, Halycon Legacy #3, Star Wars Tales: Krrsantan #1 May 18 _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #3, Crimson Reign #5 (of 5), Bounty Hunters #23, Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5) May 24 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance, Vol. 2 (Manga) May 25 _ Darth Vader #23, Doctor Aphra #21 June 1 _ Star Wars #24 June 7 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 4, "Crimson Reign" TPB (Colle
Wed, March 30, 2022
Episode #281 -- Kiss With a Fist
T'onga leads her band of bounty hunters to a familiar locale in her efforts to stymie Crimson Dawn's pursuit of Cadeliah, as well as strike a blow against Vukorah in a fast-paced, action-laden Star Wars -- Bounty Hunters #21 by Ethan Sacks, Paolo Villanelli, Bryan Valenza and Travis Lanham. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Bounty Hunters #21 Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ The High Republic -- Trail of Shadows #3 (of 5) _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #19 The news? _ Salvador Larroca's main cover for Krrsantan: Star Wars Tales #1 (or Star Wars Tales: Krrsantan #1) has been revealed. Upcoming Star Wars comics, trades and omnibus editions: March 30 _ Bounty Hunters #21 April 6 _ Bounty Hunters #22 April 12 _ The High Republic: Trail of Shadows TPB (Collects #1-5) April 13 _ Darth Vader #22, Star Wars #22 April 20 _ The High Republic #15 (2nd Printing), Han Solo & Chewbacca #1 (2nd Printing) April 26 _ Star Wars (Vol. 2), Omnibus (Vol. 1) New Printing (Collects Star Wars #1-37, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #13-15, The Screaming Citadel, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1) #7-8 and Star Wars Annual #1-3); Darth Vader (Vol. 1) Omnibus (New Printing) (Collects #1-25, Annual #1, Vader Down and Star Wars (Vol. 1) 13-14) April 27 _ Doctor Aphra #20, Han Solo & Chewbacca #2, Star Wars #23, Halcyon Legacy #3 (of 5), Crimson Reign #4 May 3 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Freedon Nadd Uprising #1-2); Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 1 (Collects Republic #78-80, Purge, Purge — Seconds to Die, Purge — The Hidden Blade, Purge — The Tyrant’s Fist #1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command #1-5, Dark Times #1-17, Dark Times — Blue Harvest #0, Dark Times — Out of the Wilderness #1-5 and Darth Vader and the Ghost Prison #1-5); Leia: Princess of Alderaan, Vol. 2 (Manga); The High Republic, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects The High Republic #11-15, Eye of the Storm #1-2) May 4 _ Crimson Reign #5 (of 5), Star Wars Tales: Krrsantan #1, Obi-Wan Kenobi #1 (of 5) May 11 _ The Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5), Bounty Hunters #23 May 18 _ Star Wars #24, Han Solo & Chewbacca #3 May 24 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance, Vol. 2 (Manga) May 25 _ Darth Vader #23, Doctor Aphra #21 June 1 _ Star Wars #25 June 7 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 4, "Crimson Reign" TPB (Collects #19-23); Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Clone Wars, Vol. 4 (Collects Free Comic Book Day 2005: Star Wars #1, Star Wars: Darth Maul – Son of Dathomir #1-4, Star Wars: Republic #74-77 and 81-83, Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith #1-4
Wed, March 23, 2022
Episode #280 -- And She Was
Kho Phon Farrus visits an old friend (here's a hint, it's not Aphra Chelli) in her bid to acquire the latest artifact that may offer a clue as to Palpatine's unrelated yet similar quest, while Aphra and Sana Starros strive to stem such plans in the pages of Doctor Aphra #19. In Darth Vader #21, Sabé lays down the law with Ochi and Sly Moore as the local heroes find that despite their new career path, their old stirrings haven't quite been muted. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Darth Vader #21 _ Doctor Aphra #19 Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ The High Republic #12 The news? _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #1 is going to a 2nd printing and is due out April 20 _ A CGC-slabbed and graded 9.8 copy of The Clone Wars #1 sold for $2,280 this week at Heritage Auctions Upcoming Star Wars comics, trades and omnibus editions: March 30 _ Bounty Hunters #21 April 6 _ Bounty Hunters #22 April 12 _ The High Republic: Trail of Shadows TPB (Collects #1-5) April 13 _ Darth Vader #22, Star Wars #22 April 20 _ The High Republic #15 (2nd Printing), Han Solo & Chewbacca #1 (2nd Printing) April 26 _ Star Wars (Vol. 2), Omnibus (Vol. 1) New Printing (Collects Star Wars #1-37, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #13-15, The Screaming Citadel, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1) #7-8 and Star Wars Annual #1-3); Darth Vader (Vol. 1) Omnibus (New Printing) (Collects #1-25, Annual #1, Vader Down and Star Wars (Vol. 1) 13-14) April 27 _ Doctor Aphra #20, Han Solo & Chewbacca #2, Star Wars #23, Halcyon Legacy #3 (of 5), Crimson Reign #4 May 3 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Freedon Nadd Uprising #1-2); Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 1 (Collects Republic #78-80, Purge, Purge — Seconds to Die, Purge — The Hidden Blade, Purge — The Tyrant’s Fist #1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command #1-5, Dark Times #1-17, Dark Times — Blue Harvest #0, Dark Times — Out of the Wilderness #1-5 and Darth Vader and the Ghost Prison #1-5); Leia: Princess of Alderaan, Vol. 2 (Manga); The High Republic, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects The High Republic #11-15, Eye of the Storm #1-2) May 4 _ Crimson Reign #5 (of 5), Star Wars Tales: Krrsantan #1, Obi-Wan Kenobi #1 (of 5) May 11 _ The Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5), Bounty Hunters #23 May 18 _ Star Wars #24, Han Solo & Chewbacca #3 May 24 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance, Vol. 2 (Manga) May 25 _ Darth Vader #23, Doctor Aphra #21 June 1 _ Star Wars #25 June 7 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 4, "Crimson Reign" TPB (Collects #19-23); Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Clone Wars, Vol
Wed, March 16, 2022
Episode #279 -- Invincible
Aurra Sing's vacation aboard the Galactic Starcruiser is disrupted thanks to one man's inability to pay his debts, as she teams up with Zam Wesell to stage an unorthodox rescue in the pages of Halycon Legacy #2 (of 5). Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Halcyon Legacy #2 (of 5) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Crimson Reign #1 (of 5) _ Star Wars (Vol. 3) #19 The news? _ Look for Marvel's June solicits on our Facebook page and Twitter feed, including updated FOCs and release dates. _ Star Wars (Vol. 3) #25 is going to feature several of Charles Soules' characters from his previous runs, including mini-series such as Obi-Wan and Anakan. _ The High Republic #15 is going to a 2nd printing. Upcoming Star Wars comics, trades and omnibus editions: Updated March 17, 2022 March 23 _ Darth Vader #21, Doctor Aphra #19, Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5) 2nd Printing UPCOMING March 30 _ Bounty Hunters #21 April 6 _ Bounty Hunters #22, Crimson Reign #4 (of 5) April 12 _ The High Republic: Trail of Shadows TPB (Collects #1-5) April 13 _ Darth Vader #22, Star Wars #22 April 19 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 1) Omnibus (New Printing) (Collects #1-25, Annual #1, Vader Down and Star Wars (Vol. 1) 13-14) April 20 _ Star Wars #23, The Halcyon Legacy #3 (of 5), The High Republic #15 (2nd Printing), Han Solo & Chewbacca #1 (2nd Printing) April 26 _ Star Wars (Vol. 2), Omnibus (Vol. 1) New Printing (Collects Star Wars #1-37, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #13-15, The Screaming Citadel, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1) #7-8 and Star Wars Annual #1-3) April 27 _ Doctor Aphra #20, Han Solo & Chewbacca #2 May 3 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Freedon Nadd Uprising #1-2); Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 1 (Collects Republic #78-80, Purge, Purge — Seconds to Die, Purge — The Hidden Blade, Purge — The Tyrant’s Fist #1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command #1-5, Dark Times #1-17, Dark Times — Blue Harvest #0, Dark Times — Out of the Wilderness #1-5 and Darth Vader and the Ghost Prison #1-5); Leia: Princess of Alderaan, Vol. 2 (Manga); The High Republic, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects The High Republic #11-15, Eye of the Storm #1-2) May 4 _ Crimson Reign #5 (of 5), Star Wars Tales: Krrsantan #1, Obi-Wan Kenobi #1 (of 5) May 11 _ The Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5), Bounty Hunters #23 May 18 _ Star Wars #24, Han Solo & Chewbacca #3 May 24 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance, Vol. 2 (Manga) May 25 _ Darth Vader #23, Doctor Aphra #21 June 1 _ Star Wars #25 June 7 _ Star W
Wed, March 09, 2022
Episode #278 -- The Boys Are Back in Town
The origins of Crimson Dawn's archivist take center stage in Star Wars: Crimson Reign #3 (of 5), with some very detailed backstory that links back to critical events seen in "The Revenge of the Sith" film. In Marvel's newest ongoing series, Han Solo & Chewbacca #1, it's a return to the smuggling life for the erstwhile duo, with a trip home to Corellia that sees an unexpected reveal. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Han Solo & Chewbacca #1 _ Crimson Reign #3 (of 5) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #18 _ Bounty Hunters #18 The news? _ Demand for contemporary Star Wars comics is climbing. The most recent example? A CGC-graded 9.8 Thrawn #1 from 2018 sold for $2,200 at Heritage Auctions. Upcoming Star Wars comics: March 15 _ Star Wars Legends: Legacy, Vol. 4 ( Collects Legacy (2013) #1-18 and material from Star Wars Tales #19 and Star Wars Visionaries) March 16 _ Halcyon Legacy #2 (of 5) March 23 _ Darth Vader #21, Doctor Aphra #19, Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5) 2nd Printing March 30 _ Bounty Hunters #21 April 6 _ Bounty Hunters #22 April 12 _ The High Republic: Trail of Shadows TPB (Collects #1-5); Darth Vader (Vol. 1) Omnibus (New Printing) (Collects #1-25, Annual #1, Vader Down and Star Wars (Vol. 1) 13-14) April 13 _ Star Wars #22, Darth Vader #22, The Halcyon Legacy #3 (of 5), Crimson Reign #4 (of 5) April 20 _ Star Wars #23, Han Solo & Chewbacca #2, The High Republic #15 (2nd Printing) April 26 _ Star Wars (Vol. 2), Omnibus (Vol. 1) New Printing (Collects Star Wars #1-37, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #13-15, The Screaming Citadel, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1) #7-8 and Star Wars Annual #1-3) April 27 _ Doctor Aphra #20 May 3 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Freedon Nadd Uprising #1-2); Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 1 (Collects Republic #78-80, Purge, Purge — Seconds to Die, Purge — The Hidden Blade, Purge — The Tyrant’s Fist #1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command #1-5, Dark Times #1-17, Dark Times — Blue Harvest #0, Dark Times — Out of the Wilderness #1-5 and Darth Vader and the Ghost Prison #1-5); Leia: Princess of Alderaan, Vol. 2 (Manga); The High Republic, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects The High Republic #11-15, Eye of the Storm #1-2) May 4 _ Crimson Reign #5 (of 5), Star Wars Tales: Krrsantan #1, Obi-Wan Kenobi #1 (of 5) May 11 _ The Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5), Bounty Hunters #23 May 18 _ Star Wars #24, Han Solo & Chewbacca #3 May 24 _ The High Republic -- Edge of Balance, Vol. 2 (Manga) May 25 _ Darth Vader #23, Doctor
Wed, March 02, 2022
Episode #277 -- Eye in the Sky
The first phase of The High Republic comes to a close in the page of The High Republic #15 and Eye of the Storm #2 (of 2), but is it the beginning of the end or the end of the beginning? In Star Wars #21, Shara Bey returns to the fore a full 10 issues after she found herself trapped aboard the Tarkin's Will and working to feed new intel to the Rebel Alliance. What's she been doing? Where has she been hiding and why has no one noticed her creeping in the shadows Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ Star Wars (Vol. 3) #21 _ The High Republic #15 _ Eye of the Storm #2 (of 2) Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Star Wars: Life Day #1 One-Shot _ The High Republic -- Trail of Shadows #5 (of 5) The news? _ Writer Rodney Barnes and artist Georges Jeanty will helm an eight-issue mini-series adapting the eight episodes of The Mandalorian's first season. The comic published by Marvel is set for release in June. Upcoming Star Wars comics: March 9 | Crimson Reign #3 (of 5), Han Solo & Chewbacca #1 March 15 | Star Wars Legends: Legacy, Vol. 4 ( Collects Legacy (2013) #1-18 and material from Star Wars Tales #19 and Star Wars Visionaries) March 16 | Halcyon Legacy #2 (of 5), Bounty Hunters #21, Doctor Aphra #19, Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5) 2nd Printing March 23 | Darth Vader #21 March 30 | Star Wars #22 April 6 | Bounty Hunters #22, Crimson Reign #4 of (5) April 12 | Trail of Shadows TPB (Collects #1-5), Darth Vader (Vol. 1) Omnibus (New Printing) (Collects #1-25, Annual #1, Vader Down and Star Wars (Vol. 1) 13-14) April 13 | Star Wars #23, Han Solo & Chewbacca #2, Darth Vader #22, The Halcyon Legacy #3 (of 4) April 19 | The High Republic, Vol. 3, “Jedi’s End” TPB (Collects #11-15) April 20 | NONE April 26 | Star Wars (Vol. 2), Omnibus (Vol. 1) New Printing (Collects Star Wars #1-37, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #15-15, The Screaming Citadel, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1) #7-8 and Star Wars Annual #1-3) April 27 | Doctor Aphra #20 May 3 | Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Freedon Nadd Uprising #1-2); Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 1 (Collects Republic #78-80, Purge, Purge — Seconds to Die, Purge — The Hidden Blade, Purge — The Tyrant’s Fist #1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command #1-5, Dark Times #1-17, Dark Times — Blue Harvest #0, Dark Times — Out of the Wilderness #1-5 and Darth Vader and the Ghost Prison #1-5); Leia: Princess of Alderaan, Vol. 2 (Manga) May 4 | Crimson Reign #5 (of 5), Star Wars Tales: Krrsantan #1, Obi-Wan Kenobi #1 May 11 | The Halcyon Legacy #4
Wed, February 23, 2022
Episode #276 -- You Belong With Me
Endings and new beginnings poulate the final issue of IDW's Star Wars -- The High Republic Adventures #13 as Lula and Zeen take a big step together, yet separately, while a pair of padawans are elevated to knighthood. It's a sweet, but not cloying, conclusion to the series' run and IDW's stewardship of all-ages Star Wars comics. Comics out today and broken down on this week's episode: _ The High Republic Adventures #13 Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #16 The news? _ Writer Tom Veitch, whose Dark Empire, Dark Empire II and Empire's End for Dark Horse Comics, has died from Covid-19. He was 80. _ What's up with Poe Dameron? The now-concluded series writer Charles Soule stoked speculation of all stripes with a single tweet. We have an idea what it may be. _ The series of Star Wars: Rebels Comics that appeared only in Germany and Australia are coming to the U.S. July 6, thanks to a new trade collecting them from Dark Horse Comics. Upcoming Star Wars comics: March 2 | Star Wars #21, The High Republic #15, Eye of the Storm #2 (of 2), Star Wars #20 (2nd Printing), Darth Vader #20 (2nd Printing) March 9 | Crimson Reign #3 (of 5), Han Solo & Chewbacca #1 March 15 | Star Wars Legends: Legacy, Vol. 4 ( Collects Legacy (2013) #1-18 and material from Star Wars Tales #19 and Star Wars Visionaries) March 16 | Halcyon Legacy #2 (of 5); Bounty Hunters #21, Doctor Aphra #19, Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5) 2nd Printing March 23 | Darth Vader #21 March 30 | Star Wars #22 April 6 | Bounty Hunters #22, Crimson Reign #4 of (5) April 12 | Trail of Shadows TPB (Collects #1-5), Darth Vader (Vol. 1) Omnibus (New Printing) (Collects #1-25, Annual #1, Vader Down and Star Wars (Vol. 1) 13-14) April 13 | Star Wars #23, Han Solo & Chewbacca #2, Darth Vader #22, The Halcyon Legacy #3 (of 4) April 19 | The High Republic, Vol. 3, “Jedi’s End” TPB (Collects #11-15) April 20 | NONE April 26 | Star Wars (Vol. 2), Omnibus (Vol. 1) New Printing (Collects Star Wars #1-37, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #15-15, The Screaming Citadel, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1) #7-8 and Star Wars Annual #1-3) April 27 | Doctor Aphra #20 May 3 | Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Freedon Nadd Uprising #1-2); Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 1 (Collects Republic #78-80, Purge, Purge — Seconds to Die, Purge — The Hidden Blade, Purge — The Tyrant’s Fist #1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command #1-5, Dark Times #1-17, Dark Times — Blue Harvest #0, Dark Times — Out of the Wilderness #1-5 and Darth Vader and the Ghost Prison #1-5); Leia
Wed, February 16, 2022
Episode #275 -- Nothingness
Our shortest episode this year, given the lack of new comics out today. Still, there's news of omnibus collections and more. Comics out today, and broken down on this week's episode: _ Not a single one. Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ The High Republic #11 The news? _ The War of the Bounty Hunters omnibus is coming in November _ Author Claudia Gray is writing a Star Wars -- The High Republic comic for Dark Horse _ We're expecting Marvel's May solicitations to drop this week Upcoming Star Wars comics: Feb. 22 | The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 2, TPB collecting #6-8, the 2021 Free Comic Book Day story and the 2021 Annual; Digital-only release of The High Republic -- Edge of Balance, Vol. 2 Manga Feb. 23 | The High Republic Adventures #13 (Final Issue); Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #20, 2nd Printing Lucasfilm 50th Anniversary Variant, Crimson Reign #1 (of 5) 2nd Printing, March 2 | Star Wars #21, The High Republic #15, Eye of the Storm #2 (of 2), Star Wars #20 (2nd Printing) March 9 | Halcyon Legacy #2 (of 5), Crimson Reign #3 (of 5), Han Solo & Chewbacca #1 March 15 | Star Wars Legends: Legacy, Vol. 4 ( Collects Legacy (2013) #1-18 and material from Star Wars Tales #19 and Star Wars Visionaries) March 16 | Bounty Hunters #21, Doctor Aphra #19, Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5) 2nd Printing March 23 | Darth Vader #21 March 30 | Star Wars #22 April 6 | Bounty Hunters #22, Crimson Reign #4 of (5) April 12 | Trail of Shadows TPB (Collects #1-5), Darth Vader (Vol. 1) Omnibus (New Printing) (Collects #1-25, Annual #1, Vader Down and Star Wars (Vol. 1) 13-14) April 13 | Star Wars #23, Han Solo & Chewbacca #2, Darth Vader #22, The Halcyon Legacy #3 (of 4) April 19 | The High Republic, Vol. 3, “Jedi’s End” TPB (Collects #11-15) April 20 | NONE April 26 | Star Wars (Vol. 2), Omnibus (Vol. 1) New Printing (Collects Star Wars #1-37, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #15-15, The Screaming Citadel, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1) #7-8 and Star Wars Annual #1-3) April 27 | Doctor Aphra #20 May | Obi-Wan #1 (of 5), Star Wars Tales: Krrsantan #1 May 3 | Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Freedon Nadd Uprising #1-2); Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 1 (Collects Republic #78-80, Purge, Purge — Seconds to Die, Purge — The Hidden Blade, Purge — The Tyrant’s Fist #1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command #1-5, Dark Times #1-17, Dark Times — Blue Harvest #0, Dark Times — Out of the Wilderness #1-5 and Darth Vader and the Ghost Prison #1-5); Leia: Princess of Alderaan, Vol. 2 (Manga)
Wed, February 09, 2022
Episode #274 -- Both Sides Now
Rey uses the fine art of flattery, and a bit of moxie, to counter a fierce bounty hunter while Deva Lompop uses her unusual abilities to aid a young girl being bulled in the final issue of IDW's Star War Adventures (Vol. 2) #14. In Trail of Shadows #5, the end to the mini-series, Qort and Buckets of Blood are ready to lay down their lives while Sian and Emerick FINALLY solve a key mystery that's enveloped the entirety of The High Republic. In Darth Vader #20, Sabe is back, driven and determined and not even the dark lord of the Sith may be able to counter her plans. Comics out today, and broken down on this week's episode: _ Star Wars Adventures #14 (final issue) _ Trail of Shadows #5 (of 5) _ Darth Vader #20 The news? _ Old Ben is getting a five-issue mini-series starting in May _ Star Wars Tales: Krrsantan #1 to collect Star Wars #14-15, 20 and Doctor Aphra Annual _ Halcyon Legacy #1 gets a 2nd printing _ New Legends Omnibus is coming in October _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 and The High Republic #1 were the ninth and 10th top-selling comics through Diamond for 2021 Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Bounty Hunters #17 _ Star Wars #18 Upcoming Star Wars Comics: Feb. 16 | NONE Feb. 22 | The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 2, TPB collecting #6-8, the 2021 Free Comic Book Day story and the 2021 Annual Feb. 23 | Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #20, 2nd Printing Lucasfilm 50th Anniversary Variant, The High Republic Adventures #13 March 2 | Star Wars #21, The High Republic #15, Eye of the Storm #2 (of 2), Star Wars #20 (2nd Printing) March 9 | Halcyon Legacy #2 (of 5), Crimson Reign #3 (of 5), Han Solo & Chewbacca #1 March 15 | Star Wars Legends: Legacy, Vol. 4 ( Collects Legacy (2013) #1-18 and material from Star Wars Tales #19 and Star Wars Visionaries) March 16 | Bounty Hunters #21, Doctor Aphra #19, Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5) 2nd Printing March 23 | Darth Vader #21 March 30 | Star Wars #22, Halcyon Legacy #3 April 6 | Bounty Hunters #22, Crimson Reign #4 of (5) April 12 | Trail of Shadows TPB (Collects #1-5), Darth Vader (Vol. 1) Omnibus (New Printing) (Collects #1-25, Annual #1, Vader Down and Star Wars (Vol. 1) 13-14) April 13 | Star Wars #23, Han Solo & Chewbacca #2 April 19 | The High Republic, Vol. 3, “Jedi’s End” TPB (Collects #11-15) April 20 | Darth Vader #22, The Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5) April 26 | Star Wars (Vol. 2), Omnibus (Vol. 1) New Printing (Collects Star Wars #1-37, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #15-15, The Screaming Citadel, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1) #7-8 and Star Wars Annual #1-3) April 27 | Doctor Aphra #20 May 3 | Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, St
Wed, February 02, 2022
Episode #273 -- Come Sail Away
Once Keeve Trennis was the learner, but in The High Republic #14 we find she's the master, even if she doesn't realize it. The Halcyon Legacy sets sail as the first of the five-issue mini-series launches. In Crimson Reign #2, readers learn more about Qi'ra and her philosophy. Comics out today, and broken down on this week's episode include: _ Halcyon Legacy #1 _ The High Republic #14 _ Crimson Reign #2 (of 5) The news? _ Speculators are pushing up the price for next week's Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #20 to $50 _ Charles Soule's 100th Star Wars comic is Star Wars #25 and he's getting "the band(s)" back together _ Scheduling changes strike Marvel, IDW Star Wars Comics on Marvel Unlimited This Week: _ Bounty Hunters #17 _ Star Wars #18 _ War of the Bounty Hunters — IG-88 One-Shot _ Darth Vader #17 Upcoming Star Wars comics: Feb. 9 | Darth Vader #20, Trail of Shadows #5, Crimson Reign #1 (of 5) 2nd Printing, Star Wars Adventures #14 Feb. 16 | Feb. 22 | The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 2, TPB collecting #6-8, the 2021 Free Comic Book Day story and the 2021 Annual Feb. 23 | Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #20, 2nd Printing Lucasfilm 50th Anniversary Variant, The High Republic Adventures #13 March 2 | Star Wars #21, The High Republic #15, Eye of the Storm #2 (of 2), Star Wars #20 (2nd Printing) March 9 | Halcyon Legacy #2 (of 5), Crimson Reign #3 (of 5), Han Solo & Chewbacca #1 March 15 | Star Wars Legends: Legacy, Vol. 4 ( Collects Legacy (2013) #1-18 and material from Star Wars Tales #19 and Star Wars Visionaries) March 16 | Bounty Hunters #21, Doctor Aphra #19 March 23 | Darth Vader #21 March 30 | Star Wars #22, Halcyon Legacy #3 April 6 | Bounty Hunters #22, Crimson Reign #4 of (5) April 12 | Trail of Shadows TPB (Collects #1-5), Darth Vader (Vol. 1) Omnibus (New Printing) (Collects #1-25, Annual #1, Vader Down and Star Wars (Vol. 1) 13-14) April 13 | Star Wars #23, Han Solo & Chewbacca #2 April 19 | The High Republic, Vol. 3, “Jedi’s End” TPB (Collects #11-15) April 20 | Darth Vader #22, The Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5) April 26 | Star Wars (Vol. 2), Omnibus (Vol. 1) New Printing (Collects Star Wars #1-37, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #15-15, The Screaming Citadel, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1) #7-8 and Star Wars Annual #1-3) April 27 | Doctor Aphra #20 May 3 | Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Freedon Nadd Uprising #1-2); Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 1 (Collects Republic #78-80, Purge, Purge — Seconds to Die, Purge — The Hidden Blade, Purge — The Ty
Tue, February 01, 2022
Episode #272 -- An Interview With Bounty Hunters Writer Ethan Sacks
In this episode, we sat down with journalist and comics writer Ethan Sacks to talk about his stories for Marvel's Star Wars comics, including the debut of this week's Halcyon Legacy mini-series, not to mention his stories from the Mace Windu tale in Age of Republic Special, Allegiance, Galaxy's Edge and, of course, the monthly Bounty Hunters. A journalist whose career included a lengthy stint at the New York Daily News, along with writing for NBC News now, he tells us how he got into writing comics, what it was like crafting not just the Galaxy's Edge five-issue mini-series, but the upcoming Halcyon Legacy five-issue mini with artist Will Sliney. (For a listing of his comic credits, visit https://bit.ly/3ufkue2) Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Feb. 2 | Crimson Reign #2 (of 5), The High Republic #14, Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5) Feb. 8 | Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Jedi -- The Dark Side #1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan -- Last Stand on Ord Mantell 1-3, Jedi Council -- Acts of War 1-4, Star Wars (1998) 0-6, Darth Maul 1-4, Episode I: The Phantom Menace 1/2, 1-4, Anakin Skywalker, Queen Amidala, Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3, 5, 7, 9-10, 13-14, 20 and 24) Feb. 9 | Darth Vader #20, Trail of Shadows #5, Crimson Reign #1 (of 5) 2nd Printing, Star Wars Adventures #14 Feb. 16 | None planned (for now) Feb. 22 | The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 2, TPB collecting #6-8, the 2021 Free Comic Book Day story and the 2021 Annual Feb. 23 | Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #20, 2nd Printing Lucasfilm 50th Anniversary Variant, The High Republic Adventures #13 March 2 | Star Wars #21, The High Republic #15, Eye of the Storm #2 (of 2) March 9 | Halcyon Legacy #2 (of 5), Crimson Reign #3 (of 5), Han Solo & Chewbacca #1 March 15 | Star Wars Legends: Legacy, Vol. 4 ( Collects Legacy (2013) #1-18 and material from Star Wars Tales #19 and Star Wars Visionaries) March 16 | Bounty Hunters #21, Doctor Aphra #19 March 23 | Darth Vader #21 March 30 | Star Wars #22, Halcyon Legacy #3 April 6 | Bounty Hunters #22, Crimson Reign #4 of (5) April 12 | Trail of Shadows TPB (Collects #1-5), Darth Vader (Vol. 1) Omnibus (New Printing) (Collects #1-25, Annual #1, Vader Down and Star Wars (Vol. 1) 13-14) April 13 | Star Wars #23, Han Solo & Chewbacca #2 April 19 | The High Republic, Vol. 3, “Jedi’s End” TPB (Collects #11-15) April 20 | Darth Vader #22, The Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5) April 26 | Star Wars (Vol. 2), Omnibus (Vol. 1) New Printing (Collects Star Wars #1-37, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #15-15, The Screaming Citadel, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1) #7-8 and Star Wars Annual #1-3) April 27 | Doctor Aphra #20 May 3 | Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales
Wed, January 26, 2022
Episode #271 -- From Small Things (Big Things One Day Come)
Who's lightsaber is that and why is that person carrying it? That's revealed in the pages of The High Republic -- Trail of Shadows #4 (of 5), an issue that also reminds readers that size matters not when it comes to heroism and villainy. Comics out today, and broken down on this week's episode include: _ The High Republic -- Trail of Shadows #4 (of 5) The news? The creative team behind Doctor Aphra gets a nomination for outstanding comic series in the 33rd annual GLAAD awards. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Feb. 2 | Crimson Reign #2 (of 5), The High Republic #14, Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5) Feb. 8 | Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Jedi -- The Dark Side #1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan -- Last Stand on Ord Mantell 1-3, Jedi Council -- Acts of War 1-4, Star Wars (1998) 0-6, Darth Maul 1-4, Episode I: The Phantom Menace 1/2, 1-4, Anakin Skywalker, Queen Amidala, Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3, 5, 7, 9-10, 13-14, 20 and 24) Feb. 9 | Darth Vader #20, Trail of Shadows #5, Crimson Reign #1 (of 5) 2nd Printing, Star Wars Adventures #14 Feb. 16 | Feb. 22 | The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 2, TPB collecting #6-8, the 2021 Free Comic Book Day story and the 2021 Annual Feb. 23 | Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #20, 2nd Printing Lucasfilm 50th Anniversary Variant, The High Republic Adventures #13 March 2 | Star Wars #21, The High Republic #15, Eye of the Storm #2 (of 2) March 9 | Halcyon Legacy #2 (of 5), Crimson Reign #3 (of 5), Han Solo & Chewbacca #1 March 15 | Star Wars Legends: Legacy, Vol. 4 ( Collects Legacy (2013) #1-18 and material from Star Wars Tales #19 and Star Wars Visionaries) March 16 | Bounty Hunters #21, Doctor Aphra #19 March 23 | Darth Vader #21 March 30 | Star Wars #22, Halcyon Legacy #3 April 6 | Bounty Hunters #22, Crimson Reign #4 of (5) April 12 | Trail of Shadows TPB (Collects #1-5), Darth Vader (Vol. 1) Omnibus (New Printing) (Collects #1-25, Annual #1, Vader Down and Star Wars (Vol. 1) 13-14) April 13 | Star Wars #23, Han Solo & Chewbacca #2 April 19 | The High Republic, Vol. 3, “Jedi’s End” TPB (Collects #11-15) April 20 | Darth Vader #22, The Halcyon Legacy #4 (of 5) April 26 | Star Wars (Vol. 2), Omnibus (Vol. 1) New Printing (Collects Star Wars #1-37, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #15-15, The Screaming Citadel, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1) #7-8 and Star Wars Annual #1-3) April 27 | Doctor Aphra #20 May 3 | Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Freedon Nadd Uprising #1-2); Star Wars Legends: The Empire
Wed, January 19, 2022
Episode #270 -- By the Rivers Dark
The Dark Side looms in The High Republic; relationship problems arise in Doctor Aphra; and just who, exactly would win in the Galactic Bake-Off? Comics out today, and broken down on this week's episode include: _ The High Republic #13 _ Doctor Aphra #18 _ The High Republic Adventures Galactic Bake-Off Spectacular The news? We're expecting April's solicits from Marvel this week. Upcoming Star Wars comics: Jan. 25 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle TPB (Collects #1-5) Jan. 26 | Trail of Shadows #4 (of 5) Feb. 2 | Crimson Reign #2 (of 5), The High Republic #14, Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5), Star Wars Adventures #14 Feb. 8 | Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Jedi -- The Dark Side #1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan -- Last Stand on Ord Mantell 1-3, Jedi Council -- Acts of War 1-4, Star Wars (1998) 0-6, Darth Maul 1-4, Episode I: The Phantom Menace 1/2, 1-4, Anakin Skywalker, Queen Amidala, Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3, 5, 7, 9-10, 13-14, 20 and 24) Feb. 9 | Darth Vader #20, Trail of Shadows #5, The High Republic Adventures #13, Crimson Reign #1 (of 5) 2nd Printing Feb. 16 | Eye of the Storm #2 (of 2) Feb. 22 | The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 2, TPB collecting #6-8, the 2021 Free Comic Book Day story and the 2021 Annual Feb. 23 | The High Republic #15 March 2 | Star Wars #21 March 9 | Halcyon Legacy #2 (of 5), Crimson Reign #3 (of 5), Han Solo & Chewbacca #1 March 15 | Star Wars Legends: Legacy, Vol. 4 ( Collects Legacy (2013) #1-18 and material from Star Wars Tales #19 and Star Wars Visionaries) March 16 | Bounty Hunters #21, Doctor Aphra #19 March 23 | Darth Vader #21 March 30 | Star Wars #22, Halcyon Legacy #3 April 12 | Trail of Shadows TPB (Collects #1-5), Darth Vader (Vol. 1) Omnibus (New Printing) (Collects #1-25, Annual #1, Vader Down and Star Wars (Vol. 1) 13-14) April 19 | The High Republic, Vol. 3, “Jedi’s End” TPB (Collects #11-15) April 26 | Star Wars (Vol. 2), Omnibus (Vol. 1) New Printing (Collects Star Wars #1-37, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #15-15, The Screaming Citadel, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1) #7-8 and Star Wars Annual #1-3) May 3 | Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi #1-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Freedon Nadd Uprising #1-2); Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 1 (Collects Republic #78-80, Purge, Purge — Seconds to Die, Purge — The Hidden Blade, Purge — The Tyrant’s Fist #1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command #1-5, Dark Times #1-17, Dark Times — Blue Harvest #0, Dark Times — Out of the Wilderness #1-5 and Darth Vader and the Ghost Pris
Wed, January 12, 2022
Episode #269 -- Everything's Gone Green
With four issues out today, it's a longer-than-normal podcast, but the extra time is well spent, given the foundations laid in the pages of The High Republic -- Eye of the Storm #1 (of 2) that details how Marchion Ro became who he is and, along with him, the Nihil. In Bounty Hunters #20, it seems that Gands not only have a divine sense of awareness, but hearts that are easy to break. It's a well-crafted story that sees Zuckuss pining for his dearest friend, 4-LOM. Will he find him and can he subvert the droid's new protocols that are aimed at taking the Gand's life? In the penultimate issue of The High Republic Adventures, the bond between Zeen and Lula is strengthened, even as each of them realize that moving on may moving apart. It's a heartening chapter in this series and worth your time. Finally, in Star Wars #20, legends are made real and the mystical aspects of Star Wars that Charles Soule explored in his Darth Vader run gets a light-side exploration that portends so many intriguing notions and concepts. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Jan. 19 | The High Republic #13, Doctor Aphra #18, The High Republic Adventures — Galactic Bake-Off Spectacular Jan. 25 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle TPB (Collects #1-5) Jan. 26 | Trail of Shadows #4 (of 5) Feb. 2 | Crimson Reign #2 (of 5), The High Republic #14, Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5), Star Wars Adventures #14 Feb. 8 | Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Jedi -- The Dark Side #1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan -- Last Stand on Ord Mantell 1-3, Jedi Council -- Acts of War 1-4, Star Wars (1998) 0-6, Darth Maul 1-4, Episode I: The Phantom Menace 1/2, 1-4, Anakin Skywalker, Queen Amidala, Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3, 5, 7, 9-10, 13-14, 20 and 24) Feb. 9 | Darth Vader #20, Trail of Shadows #5, The High Republic Adventures #13, Crimson Reign #1 (of 5) 2nd Printing Feb. 16 | Eye of the Storm #2 (of 2) Feb. 22 | The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 2, TPB collecting #6-8, the 2021 Free Comic Book Day story and the 2021 Annual Feb. 23 | The High Republic #15 March 2 | Star Wars #21 March 9 | Halcyon Legacy #2 (of 5), Crimson Reign #3 (of 5), Han Solo & Chewbacca #1 March 15 | Star Wars Legends: Legacy, Vol. 4 ( Collects Legacy (2013) #1-18 and material from Star Wars Tales #19 and Star Wars Visionaries) March 16 | Bounty Hunters #21, Doctor Aphra #19 March 23 | Darth Vader #21 March 30 | Star Wars #22, Halcyon Legacy #3 April 12 | Trail of Shadows TPB (Collects #1-5), Darth Vader (Vol. 1) Omnibus (New Printing) (Collects #1-25, Annual #1, Vader Down and Star Wars (Vol. 1) 13-14) April 19 | The High Republic, Vol. 3, “Jedi’s End” TPB (Collects #11-15) April 26 | Star Wars (Vol. 2), Omnibus (Vol. 1) New Printing (Collect
Wed, January 05, 2022
Episode #268 -- Crazy on You
A solo issue this week, but Doctor Aphra #17 goes a long way in building up the mystery of the Ascendant as well as the mysterious allure of Crimson Reign's Archivist character. A new antagonist promises uncertainty and fear as Aphra and Sana strive to find some very expensive -- and very dangerous -- artifacts. In news, we discuss plans for The High Republic's second phase, including details about comics plans for Marvel and Dark Horse. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Jan. 5 | Doctor Aphra #17 Jan. 11 | Bounty Hunters, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #12-17), The Weapon of a Jedi TPB (Collects #1-2) Jan. 12 | Star Wars #20, Eye of the Storm #1 (of 2), The High Republic Adventures #12, Bounty Hunters #20 Jan. 19 | The High Republic #13, Doctor Aphra #18, The High Republic Adventures — Galactic Bake-Off Spectacular Jan. 25 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle TPB (Collects #1-5) Jan. 26 | Trail of Shadows #4 (of 5) Feb. 2 | Crimson Reign #2 (of 5), The High Republic #14, Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5), Star Wars Adventures #14 Feb. 8 | Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Jedi -- The Dark Side #1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan -- Last Stand on Ord Mantell 1-3, Jedi Council -- Acts of War 1-4, Star Wars (1998) 0-6, Darth Maul 1-4, Episode I: The Phantom Menace 1/2, 1-4, Anakin Skywalker, Queen Amidala, Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3, 5, 7, 9-10, 13-14, 20 and 24) Feb. 9 | Darth Vader #20, Trail of Shadows #5, The High Republic Adventures #13, Crimson Reign #1 (of 5) 2nd Printing Feb. 16 | Eye of the Storm #2 (of 2) Feb. 22 | The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 2, TPB collecting #6-8, the 2021 Free Comic Book Day story and the 2021 Annual Feb. 23 | The High Republic #15 March 2 | Star Wars #21 March 9 | Halcyon Legacy #2 (of 5), Crimson Reign #3 (of 5), Han Solo & Chewbacca #1 March 15 | Star Wars Legends: Legacy, Vol. 4 ( Collects Legacy (2013) #1-18 and material from Star Wars Tales #19 and Star Wars Visionaries) March 16 | Bounty Hunters #21, Doctor Aphra #19 March 23 | Darth Vader #21 March 30 | Star Wars #22, Halcyon Legacy #3 April 12 | Trail of Shadows TPB (Collects #1-5), Darth Vader (Vol. 1) Omnibus (New Printing) (Collects #1-25, Annual #1, Vader Down and Star Wars (Vol. 1) 13-14) April 19 | The High Republic, Vol. 3, “Jedi’s End” TPB (Collects #11-15) April 26 | Star Wars (Vol. 2), Omnibus (Vol. 1) New Printing (Collects Star Wars #1-37, Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #15-15, The Screaming Citadel, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 1) #7-8 and Star Wars Annual #1-3) May 3 | Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 2 (Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Golden Age of the Sith #0-5, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi – The Fall of the Sith Empire #1-5,
Wed, December 29, 2021
Episode #267 -- Hero in Your Hometown
Valance Beilert is razor-focused, not so much on serving Lord Vader, but keep Cadeliah safe while T'Onga and Losha's band of bounty hunters -- Zuckuss, Tasu Leech and Bossk -- are striving to make sense of a criminal underworld upended by the return of Crimson Dawn in a taught and action-intense Bounty Hunters #19. In Star Wars Adventures #13, the IDW series' penultimate issue, Rey, Finn, Chewbacca and BB-8 ferry a Resistance asset who's being pursued by a pernicious bounty hunter in the employ of the First Order. The second story, by Danny Lore, is a suspenseful and well-paced narrative of three Jedi Temple caretakers who discover Darth Vader has arrived and is heading for them. Also, giveawaway time! We're asking listeners to send us a couple of sentences via DM on the Twitter and Facebook account or an email to starwarssplashpage@gmail.com to offer their thoughts on where the next phase of The High Republic comics could go. Winners will receive print copies of THR #1-10 and The High Republic Adventures #1-9, on us, thanks to the generosity and largesse of Jared Cantor. Upcoming Star Wars comics: Dec. 28 | Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters,” TPB (Collects #12-18) Dec. 29 | Bounty Hunters #19, Star Wars Adventures #13 Jan. 5 | Doctor Aphra #17 Jan. 11 | Bounty Hunters, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #12-17), The Weapon of a Jedi TPB (Collects #1-2) Jan. 12 | Star Wars #20, Eye of the Storm #1 (of 2), The High Republic Adventures #12, Bounty Hunters #20 Jan. 19 | The High Republic #13, Doctor Aphra #18, The High Republic Adventures — Galactic Bake-Off Spectacular Jan. 25 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle TPB (Collects #1-5) Jan. 26 | Trail of Shadows #4 (of 5) Feb. 2 | Crimson Reign #2 (of 5), The High Republic #14, Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5), Star Wars Adventures #14 Feb. 8 | Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Jedi -- The Dark Side #1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan -- Last Stand on Ord Mantell 1-3, Jedi Council -- Acts of War 1-4, Star Wars (1998) 0-6, Darth Maul 1-4, Episode I: The Phantom Menace 1/2, 1-4, Anakin Skywalker, Queen Amidala, Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3, 5, 7, 9-10, 13-14, 20 and 24) Feb. 9 | Darth Vader #20, Trail of Shadows #5, The High Republic Adventures #13, Crimson Reign #1 (of 5) 2nd Printing Feb. 16 | Eye of the Storm #2 (of 2) Feb. 22 | The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 2, TPB collecting #6-8, the 2021 Free Comic Book Day story and the 2021 Annual Feb. 23 | The High Republic #15 March 2 | Star Wars #21 March 9 | Halcyon Legacy #2 (of 5), Crimson Reign #3 (of 5), Han Solo & Chewbacca #1 March 15 | Star Wars Legends: Legacy, Vol. 4 ( Collects Legacy (2013) #1-18 and material from Star Wars Tales #19 and Star Wars Visionaries) March
Wed, December 22, 2021
Episode #266 -- Gunslinger Man
This week's Star Wars comics are varied in tone and story yet encapsulate pretty much everything we enjoy about the medium. In The High Republic -- Trail of Shadows #3 (of 5), the mystery of what's killing the Jedi deepens as the need to find what IT is and counter it takes on an urgent priority. In Darth Vader #19, flashbacks abound as Vader takes Valance, Ochi and a band of freedom fighters and assassins in the hunt for Crimson Dawn infiltrators in the Empire. In news, there's March solicits, including the new Han Solo & Chewbacca series. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Dec. 28 | Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters,” TPB (Collects #12-18) Dec. 29 | Bounty Hunters #19, Star Wars Adventures #13 Jan. 5 | Doctor Aphra #17 Jan. 11 | Bounty Hunters, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #12-17), The Weapon of a Jedi TPB (Collects #1-2) Jan. 12 | Star Wars #20, Eye of the Storm #1 (of 2), The High Republic Adventures #12, Bounty Hunters #20 Jan. 19 | The High Republic #13, Doctor Aphra #18, The High Republic Adventures — Galactic Bake-Off Spectacular Jan. 25 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle TPB (Collects #1-5) Jan. 26 | Trail of Shadows #4 (of 5) Feb. 2 | Crimson Reign #2 (of 5), The High Republic #14, Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5), Star Wars Adventures #14 Feb. 8 | Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Jedi -- The Dark Side #1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan -- Last Stand on Ord Mantell 1-3, Jedi Council -- Acts of War 1-4, Star Wars (1998) 0-6, Darth Maul 1-4, Episode I: The Phantom Menace 1/2, 1-4, Anakin Skywalker, Queen Amidala, Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3, 5, 7, 9-10, 13-14, 20 and 24) Feb. 9 | Darth Vader #20, Trail of Shadows #5, The High Republic Adventures #13, Crimson Reign #1 (of 5) 2nd Printing Feb. 16 | Eye of the Storm #2 (of 2) Feb. 22 | The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 2, TPB collecting #6-8, the 2021 Free Comic Book Day story and the 2021 Annual Feb. 23 | The High Republic #15 March 1 | Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 1 (Collects Republic #78-80, Purge, Purge — Seconds to Die, Purge — The Hidden Blade, Purge — The Tyrant’s Fist #1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command #1-5, Dark Times #1-17, Dark Times — Blue Harvest #0, Dark Times — Out of the Wilderness #1-5 and Darth Vader and the Ghost Prison #1-5) March 2 | Star Wars #21 March 9 | Halcyon Legacy #2 (of 5), Crimson Reign #3 (of 5), Han Solo & Chewbacca #1 March 15 | Star Wars Legends: Legacy, Vol. 4 ( Collects Legacy (2013) #1-18 and material from Star Wars Tales #19 and Star Wars Visionaries) March 16 | Bounty Hunters #21, Doctor Aphra #19 March 23 | Darth Vader #21 March 30 | Star Wars #22, Halcyon Legacy #3 April 12 | Trail of Shadows TPB (Co
Wed, December 15, 2021
Episode #265 -- New Dawn Fades
This week's Star Wars comics are High Republic from start to finish and top to bottom. In Marvel's The High Republic #12, the darkness is spreading and it's not just from the Nihil, while in The High Republic Adventures Annual 2021, readers are treated to five stories by the five authors -- Cavan Scott, Jill Ireland, Claudia Gray, Daniel Jose Older and Charles Soule -- that have helped create this era of Star Wars. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Dec. 21 | Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus (Collects #1-25, Annual #2), The Weapon of a Jedi TPB (Collects #1-2), Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB “War of the Bounty Hunters” (Collects #12-17), Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “The Light & the Dark” TPB (Collects #1-5) Dec. 22 | Star Wars Adventures #13, Trail of Shadows #3 (of 5), Darth Vader #19 Dec. 28 | Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters,” TPB (Collects #12-18) Dec. 29 | Bounty Hunters #19 Jan. 5 | Doctor Aphra #17 Jan. 11 | Bounty Hunters, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #12-17) Jan. 12 | Star Wars #20, Eye of the Storm #1 (of 2), The High Republic Adventures #12, Bounty Hunters #20 Jan. 19 | The High Republic #13, Doctor Aphra #18, Star Wars Adventures #14, The High Republic Adventures — Galactic Bake-Off Spectacular Jan. 25 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle TPB (Collects #1-5) Jan. 26 | Trail of Shadows #4 (of 5), Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5) Feb. 2 | Crimson Reign #2 (of 5), The High Republic #14 Feb. 8 | Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Jedi -- The Dark Side #1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan -- Last Stand on Ord Mantell 1-3, Jedi Council -- Acts of War 1-4, Star Wars (1998) 0-6, Darth Maul 1-4, Episode I: The Phantom Menace 1/2, 1-4, Anakin Skywalker, Queen Amidala, Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3, 5, 7, 9-10, 13-14, 20 and 24) Feb. 9 | Darth Vader #20, Trail of Shadows #5, The High Republic Adventures #13 Feb. 16 | Eye of the Storm #2 (of 2) Feb. 22 | The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 2, TPB collecting #6-8, the 2021 Free Comic Book Day story and 2021 Annual Feb. 23 | Halcyon Legacy #2 (of 5), The High Republic #15 March 1 | Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 1 (Collects Republic #78-80, Purge, Purge — Seconds to Die, Purge — The Hidden Blade, Purge — The Tyrant’s Fist #1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command #1-5, Dark Times #1-17, Dark Times — Blue Harvest #0, Dark Times — Out of the Wilderness #1-5 and Darth Vader and the Ghost Prison #1-5) March 2 | Star Wars #21 March 15 | Star Wars Legends: Legacy, Vol. 4 ( Collects Legacy (2013) #1-18 and material from Star Wars Tales #19 and Star Wars Visionaries) April 12 | Trail of Shadows TPB (Collects #1-5), Darth Vader (Vol. 1) Omnibus (New Printing) (Collects #1-25, Annual #1, Vader Down and Star W
Wed, December 08, 2021
Episode #264 -- Raining Blood
Crimson Dawn begins its gambit in a bid to not throw the galaxy into criminal chaos, but to deliver it from the clutches of Palpatine and Darth Vader as the five-issue Crimson Reign mini-series launches after a lengthy delay. In Star Wars (Vol. 3) #19, the emphasis switches to Luke Skywalker's vison quest as he rambles through the galaxy, searching high and low for any Jedi links that can help him advance his training. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Dec. 14 | Attack of the Clones Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters” TPB (Collects #11-15) Dec. 15 | The High Republic #12, The High Republic Adventures Annual 2021 Dec. 21 | Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus (Collects #1-25, Annual #2), The Weapon of a Jedi TPB (Collects #1-2), Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB “War of the Bounty Hunters” (Collects #12-17), Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “The Light & the Dark” TPB (Collects #1-5) Dec. 22 | Star Wars Adventures #13, Trail of Shadows #3 (of 5), Darth Vader #19 Dec. 28 | Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters,” TPB (Collects #12-18) Dec. 29 | Bounty Hunters #19 Jan. 5 | Doctor Aphra #17 Jan. 11 | Bounty Hunters, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #12-17) Jan. 12 | Star Wars #20, Eye of the Storm #1 (of 2), The High Republic Adventures #12, Bounty Hunters #20 Jan. 19 | The High Republic #13, Doctor Aphra #18, Star Wars Adventures #14, The High Republic Adventures — Galactic Bake-Off Spectacular Jan. 25 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle TPB (Collects #1-5) Jan. 26 | Trail of Shadows #4 (of 5), Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5) Feb. 2 | Crimson Reign #2 (of 5), The High Republic #14 Feb. 8 | Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Jedi -- The Dark Side #1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan -- Last Stand on Ord Mantell 1-3, Jedi Council -- Acts of War 1-4, Star Wars (1998) 0-6, Darth Maul 1-4, Episode I: The Phantom Menace 1/2, 1-4, Anakin Skywalker, Queen Amidala, Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3, 5, 7, 9-10, 13-14, 20 and 24) Feb. 9 | Darth Vader #20, Trail of Shadows #5, The High Republic Adventures #13 Feb. 16 | Eye of the Storm #2 (of 2) Feb. 22 | The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 2, TPB collecting #6-8, the 2021 Free Comic Book Day story and the 2021 Annual Feb. 23 | Halcyon Legacy #2 (of 5), The High Republic #15 March 1 | Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 1 (Collects Republic #78-80, Purge, Purge — Seconds to Die, Purge — The Hidden Blade, Purge — The Tyrant’s Fist #1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command #1-5, Dark Times #1-17, Dark Times — Blue Harvest #0, Dark Times — Out of the Wilderness #1-5 and Darth Vader and the Ghost Prison #1-5) March 2 | Star Wars #21 March 15 | Star Wars Legends: Le
Wed, December 01, 2021
Episode #263 -- The Winner Takes It All
Cue up an Ennio Morricone soundtrack for today's Star Wars comics, with Darth Vader #18 and Bounty Hunters #18 emanating a decidedly spaghetti western vibe (in all the right ways), while The High Republic Adventures #11 features a palate cleanser of a story that, along with Nihil-focused side narrative, sets the stage for events in that saga's next phase. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Dec. 7 | The High Republic, Vol. 2, “The Heart of Drengir” TPB (Collects #6-10), War of the Bounty Hunters Companion TPB (Collects Jabba, IG-88, Boushh, 4-LOM & Zuckuss) Dec. 8 | Star Wars #19, Crimson Reign #1 (of 5) Dec. 14 | Attack of the Clones Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters” TPB (Collects #11-15) Dec. 15 | The High Republic #12, The High Republic Adventures Annual 2021 Dec. 21 | Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus (Collects #1-25, Annual #2), The Weapon of a Jedi TPB (Collects #1-2), Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB “War of the Bounty Hunters” (Collects #12-17), Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “The Light & the Dark” TPB (Collects #1-5) Dec. 22 | Star Wars Adventures #13, Trail of Shadows #3 (of 5), Darth Vader #19 Dec. 28 | Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters,” TPB (Collects #12-18) Dec. 29 | Bounty Hunters #19 Jan. 5 | Doctor Aphra #17, The High Republic Adventures — Galactic Bake-Off Spectacular Jan. 11 | Bounty Hunters, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #12-17) Jan. 12 | Star Wars #20, Eye of the Storm #1 (of 2), The High Republic Adventures #12, Bounty Hunters #20 Jan. 19 | Doctor Aphra #18, Star Wars Adventures #14 Jan. 25 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle TPB (Collects #1-5) Jan. 26 | Trail of Shadows #4 (of 5), Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5) Feb. 2 | Crimson Reign #2 (of 5), The High Republic #14, The High Republic Adventures #13 Feb. 8 | Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Jedi -- The Dark Side #1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan -- Last Stand on Ord Mantell 1-3, Jedi Council -- Acts of War 1-4, Star Wars (1998) 0-6, Darth Maul 1-4, Episode I: The Phantom Menace 1/2, 1-4, Anakin Skywalker, Queen Amidala, Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3, 5, 7, 9-10, 13-14, 20 and 24) Feb. 9 | Darth Vader #20, Trail of Shadows #5 Feb. 16 | Eye of the Storm #2 (of 2) Feb. 22 | The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 2, TPB collecting #6-8, the 2021 Free Comic Book Day story and the 2021 Annual Feb. 23 | Halcyon Legacy #2 (of 5), The High Republic #15 March 1 | Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 1 (Collects Republic #78-80, Purge, Purge — Seconds to Die, Purge — The Hidden Blade, Purge — The Tyrant’s Fist #1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command #1-5, Dark Times #1-17, Dark Times — Blue Harvest #0, Dark Times — Out of t
Wed, November 24, 2021
Episode #262 -- Imitation of Life
It's a cornucopia of comics for Star Wars fans this week, with the releases of the Life Day one-shot and The High Republic -- Trail of Shadows #2 (of 5) from Marvel, while IDW releases Star Wars Adventures #12 and Star Wars Adventures Annual 2021. From the noir murder mystery in Trail of Shadows to the return of hoojibs to canon, there's an array of stories, including four in one in Life Day and a clever and cute Cloud City tale that evoked memories of the Goonies and the Kids on Bikes roleplaying game. In news, we break down the move by Lucasfilm to give Dark Horse Comics the all-ages license and what it means for The High Republic storytelling, along with the publisher's plans for other stories up and down the Saga timeline. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Nov. 23 | War of the Bounty Hunters TPB (Collects Alpha #1, War of the Bounty Hunters #1-5) Nov. 24 | Star Wars: Life Day #1 (One-Shot), The Trail of Shadows #2 (of 5), Star Wars Adventures Annual 2021, Star Wars Adventures #12 Dec. 1 | Bounty Hunters #18, Darth Vader #18, The High Republic Adventures #11 Dec. 7 | The High Republic, Vol. 2, “The Heart of Drengir” TPB (Collects #6-10), War of the Bounty Hunters Companion TPB (Collects Jabba, IG-88, Boushh, 4-LOM & Zuckuss) Dec. 8 | Star Wars #19, Crimson Reign #1 (of 5) Dec. 14 | Attack of the Clones Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters” TPB (Collects #11-15) Dec. 15 | The High Republic #12, The High Republic Adventures Annual 2021 Dec. 21 | Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus (Collects #1-25, Annual #2), The Weapon of a Jedi TPB (Collects #1-2), Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB “War of the Bounty Hunters” (Collects #12-17), Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “The Light & the Dark” TPB (Collects #1-5) Dec. 22 | Star Wars Adventures #13, Trail of Shadows #3 (of 5), Darth Vader #19 Dec. 28 | Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters,” TPB (Collects #12-18) Dec. 29 | Bounty Hunters #19 Jan. 5 | Doctor Aphra #17, The High Republic Adventures — Galactic Bake-Off Spectacular Jan. 11 | Bounty Hunters, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #12-17) Jan. 12 | Star Wars #20, Eye of the Storm #1 (of 2), The High Republic Adventures #12, Bounty Hunters #20 Jan. 19 | Doctor Aphra #18, Star Wars Adventures #14 Jan. 25 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle TPB (Collects #1-5) Jan. 26 | Trail of Shadows #4 (of 5), Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5) Feb. 2 | Crimson Reign #2 (of 5), The High Republic #14, The High Republic Adventures #13 Feb. 8 | Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Jedi -- The Dark Side #1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan -- Last Stand on Ord Mantell 1-3, Jedi Council -- Acts of War 1-4, Star Wars (1998) 0-6, Darth Maul 1-4, Episode I: The Phantom Menace 1/2,
Thu, November 18, 2021
SPECIAL BULLETIN -- Star Wars Returning to Dark Horse
A concise yet informative episode about the decision to shift all-ages Star Wars comics publishing to Dark Horse Comics, which took over Star Wars comics after Marvel's 1977-86 run ended, and published them from 1991-2014 before the license was transferred back to Marvel. Dark Horse will start publishing later in 2022, with it's primary emphasis being on THe High Republic era. It plans to incorporate other stories, specials and one-shots from up and down the Saga timeline, much like IDW has done with Star Wars Adventures. If you're unfamiliar with Dark Horse and Star Wars, Matt did a detailed look at the partnership for Coffee With Kenobi in late 2014, which you can read here: https://bit.ly/3crGl7K .
Wed, November 17, 2021
Episode #261 -- The Spy in the Cab
With the seeds from War of the Bounty Hunters planted, Doctor Aphra #16 sets course for some intense intrigue and drama, along with the return of a character that could upend everything for Chelli and Sana Starros. The Monster of Temple Peak concludes with #4, with an ending that came up short, we believe, yet with the mini-series done, we can sit back and reread it from start to finish, the way it was intended. The High Republic Adventures #10 brought not just a sense of earnestness and frankness, but also levity as well, giving readers their first real solid look at Qort and what it means for the padawans going forward, along with the Nihil, too. In news we noted that Marvel's February solicits were released with Doctor Aphra and Bounty Hunters taking a break that month (neither series is cancelled!). Upcoming Star Wars comics include, for now: Nov. 23 | War of the Bounty Hunters TPB (Collects Alpha #1, War of the Bounty Hunters #1-5) Nov. 24 | Star Wars: Life Day #1 (One-Shot), The Trail of Shadows #2 (of 5), Star Wars Adventures Annual 2021, Star Wars Adventures #12 Dec. 1 | Darth Vader #18, The High Republic Adventures #11 Dec. 7 | Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus (Collects #1-25, Annual #2), The High Republic, Vol. 2, “The Heart of Drengir” TPB (Collects #6-10), War of the Bounty Hunters Companion TPB (Collects Jabba, IG-88, Boushh, 4-LOM & Zuckuss) Dec. 8 | Star Wars #19, Crimson Reign #1 (of 5) Dec. 14 | Attack of the Clones Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters” TPB (Collects #11-15) Dec. 15 | Doctor Aphra #17, The High Republic #12, The High Republic Adventures Annual 2021 Dec. 21 | The Weapon of a Jedi TPB (Collects #1-2), Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB “War of the Bounty Hunters” (Collects #12-17), Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “The Light & the Dark” TPB (Collects #1-5) Dec. 22 | Star Wars Adventures #13, Trail of Shadows #3 (of 5), Darth Vader #19 Dec. 28 | Bounty Hunters, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #12-17), Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters,” TPB (Collects #12-18) Jan. 5 | Doctor Aphra #18, The High Republic Adventures — Galactic Bake-Off Spectacular Jan. 12 | Star Wars #20, Eye of the Storm #1 (of 2), The High Republic Adventures #12 Jan. 19 | Doctor Aphra #18, The Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5), The High Republic #13, Star Wars Adventures #14 Jan. 25 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle TPB (Collects #1-5) Jan. 26 | Bounty Hunters #18, Trail of Shadows #4 (of 5), Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5) Feb. 2 | Crimson Reign #2 (of 5), The High Republic #14 Feb. 8 | Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Jedi -- The Dark Side #1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan -- Last Stand on Ord Mantell 1-3, Jedi Council -- Acts of War 1-4, Star Wars (1998)
Wed, November 10, 2021
Episode #260 -- Careful With That Axe, Eugene
A rare week with only one issue, yet The High Republic #11 brings us body horror, mystery and the Jedi at odds with a force they don't understand and, dare we say it, afraid of? Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Nov. 16 | The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 1) TPB (Collects #1-5), Star Wars Episodes IV-IX Adaptation Box Set (IDW) Nov. 17 | Doctor Aphra #16,, The High Republic Adventures #10, The Monster of Temple Peak #4 (of 4) Nov. 23 | War of the Bounty Hunters TPB (Collects Alpha #1, War of the Bounty Hunters #1-5) Nov. 24 | Star Wars: Life Day #1 (One-Shot), The Trail of Shadows #2 (of 5), Star Wars Adventures Annual 2021, Star Wars Adventures #12 Dec. 1 | Darth Vader #18, The High Republic Adventures #11 Dec. 7 | Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus (Collects #1-25, Annual #2), The High Republic, Vol. 2, “The Heart of Drengir” TPB (Collects #6-10), War of the Bounty Hunters Companion TPB (Collects Jabba, IG-88, Boushh, 4-LOM & Zuckuss) Dec. 8 | Star Wars #19, Crimson Reign #1 (of 5) Dec. 14 | Attack of the Clones Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters” TPB (Collects #11-15) Dec. 15 | Doctor Aphra #17, The High Republic #12, The High Republic Adventures Annual 2021 Dec. 21 | The Weapon of a Jedi TPB (Collects #1-2), Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB “War of the Bounty Hunters” (Collects #12-17), Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “The Light & the Dark” TPB (Collects #1-5) Dec. 22 | Star Wars Adventures #13, Trail of Shadows #3 (of 5), Darth Vader #19 Dec. 28 | Bounty Hunters, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #12-17), Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters,” TPB (Collects #12-18) Jan. 5 | Doctor Aphra #18, The High Republic Adventures — Galactic Bake-Off Spectacular Jan. 12 | Star Wars #20, Eye of the Storm #1 (of 2), The High Republic Adventures #12 Jan. 19 | Doctor Aphra #18, The Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5), The High Republic #13, Star Wars Adventures #14 Jan. 25 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle TPB (Collects #1-5) Jan. 26 | Bounty Hunters #18, Trail of Shadows #4 (of 5), Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5) Feb. 2 | Crimson Reign #2 (of 5) Feb. 8 | Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Jedi -- The Dark Side #1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan -- Last Stand on Ord Mantell 1-3, Jedi Council -- Acts of War 1-4, Star Wars (1998) 0-6, Darth Maul 1-4, Episode I: The Phantom Menace 1/2, 1-4, Anakin Skywalker, Queen Amidala, Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi and material from Star Wars Tales 1, 3, 5, 7, 9-10, 13-14, 20 and 24) Feb. 16 | Star Wars #21 March 2 | Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 1 (Collects Republic #78-80, Purge, Purge — Seconds to Die, Purge — The Hidden Blade, Purge — The Tyrant’s Fist #1-2, Darth Vader and the Lost Command #1-5, Dark Tim
Wed, November 03, 2021
Episode #259 -- True Colors
Finally. After the buildup of the War of the Bounty Hunters crossover event, Leia and Qi'ra meet face to face in Star Wars #18 over their shared love of Han Solo. It's an intriguing story that goes far in setting up the Crimson Reign mini-series, as well as the next arcs of Star Wars, Darth Vader, Bounty Hunters and Doctor Aphra, too. Bounty Hunters #17 delivers a deft punch to the gut as readers see Valance unleashed with a final page that had us agog. In news, we talk about the publishing delays and our plans to keep you informed. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Nov. 9 | Star Wars Legends Boba Fett: Blood Ties TPB (Collects Blood Ties #1-4, Blood Ties — Boba Fett Is Dead 1-4, Empire #7, 28, Boba Fett 1/2, Boba Fett — Twin Engines of Destruction, Boba Fett — Agent of Doom and material from Star Wars Tales #7) Nov. 10 | The High Republic #11 Nov. 16 | The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 1) TPB (Collects #1-5), Star Wars Episodes IV-IX Adaptation Box Set (IDW) Nov. 17 | Doctor Aphra #16,, The High Republic Adventures #10, The Monster of Temple Peak #4 (of 4) Nov. 23 | War of the Bounty Hunters TPB (Collects Alpha #1, War of the Bounty Hunters #1-5) Nov. 24 | Star Wars: Life Day #1 (One-Shot), The Trail of Shadows #2 (of 5), Star Wars Adventures Annual 2021, Star Wars Adventures #12 Dec. 1 | Darth Vader #18, The High Republic Adventures #11 Dec. 7 | Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus (Collects #1-25, Annual #2), The High Republic, Vol. 2, “The Heart of Drengir” TPB (Collects #6-10), War of the Bounty Hunters Companion TPB (Collects Jabba, IG-88, Boushh, 4-LOM & Zuckuss) Dec. 8 | Star Wars #19, Crimson Reign #1 (of 5) Dec. 14 | Attack of the Clones Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters” TPB (Collects #11-15) Dec. 15 | Doctor Aphra #17, The High Republic #12, The High Republic Adventures Annual 2021 Dec. 21 | The Weapon of a Jedi TPB (Collects #1-2), Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB “War of the Bounty Hunters” (Collects #12-17), Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “The Light & the Dark” TPB (Collects #1-5) Dec. 22 | Star Wars Adventures #13, Trail of Shadows #3 (of 5), Darth Vader #19 Dec. 28 | Bounty Hunters, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #12-17), Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters,” TPB (Collects #12-18) Jan. 5 | Doctor Aphra #18, The High Republic Adventures — Galactic Bake-Off Spectacular Jan. 12 | Star Wars #20, Eye of the Storm #1 (of 2), The High Republic Adventures #12 Jan. 19 | Doctor Aphra #18, The Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5), The High Republic #13, Star Wars Adventures #14 Jan. 25 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle TPB (Collects #1-5) Jan. 26 | Bounty Hunters #18, Trail of Shadows #4 (of 5), Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5) Feb. 2 | Crimson Reig
Wed, October 27, 2021
Episode #258 -- Headhunter V3.0
A trio of Star Wars comics today, spanning from The High Republic into the Age of Rebellion and setting up the reign of Crimson Dawn, too. Darth Vader features revenge and betrayal while in the IG-88 one-shot, writer Rodney Barnes has scripted the perfect paen to perfection rendered irrelevant, for now. Cavan Scott and Rachael Stott continue their tail of deception and realization in the pages of The Temple of Monster Peak #3 (of 4). In news, we talk about the fluctuating publishing schedule and what that portends for readers, along with a breakdown of January's comics from Marvel and IDW. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: (UPDATED NOV. 1, 2021) Nov. 3 | Star Wars #18, Bounty Hunters #17 Nov. 10 | The High Republic #11, Star Wars Legends Boba Fett: Blood Ties TPB (Collects Blood Ties #1-4, Blood Ties — Boba Fett Is Dead 1-4, Empire #7, 28, Boba Fett 1/2, Boba Fett — Twin Engines of Destruction, Boba Fett — Agent of Doom and material from Star Wars Tales #7) Nov. 17 | Doctor Aphra #16, Star Wars Adventures #12, The High Republic Adventures #10, The Monster of Temple Peak #4 (of 4), Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus (Collects #1-25, Annual #2), The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 1) TPB (Collects #1-5), Star Wars Episodes IV-IX Adaptation Box Set (IDW) Nov. 24 | Star Wars: Life Day #1 (One-Shot), The Trail of Shadows #2 (of 5), Star Wars #19, Star Wars Adventures Annual 2021, War of the Bounty Hunters TPB (Collects Alpha #1, War of the Bounty Hunters 1-5), War of the Bounty Hunters Companion TPB (Collects Jabba, IG-88, Boushh, 4-LOM & Zuckuss) Nov. 30 | Nothing scheduled Dec. 1 | Crimson Reign #1 (of 5), The High Republic #12, Darth Vader #18, The High Republic Adventures #11, Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “The Light & the Dark” TPB (Collects #1-5) Dec. 8 | Star Wars #20, Darth Vader #19, Trail of Shadows #3 (of 5), The High Republic, Vol. 2, “The Heart of Drengir” TPB (Collects #6-10) Dec. 15 | Doctor Aphra #17, The High Republic Adventures Annual 2021, Attack of the Clones Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters” TPB (Collects #11-15) Dec. 22 | Star Wars Adventures #13, The Weapon of a Jedi TPB (Collects #1-2), Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #12-17) Dec. 29 | Bounty Hunters, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #12-17), Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters,” TPB (Collects #12-18) Jan. 5 | Trail of Shadows #4 (of 5) Jan. 12 | Eye of the Storm #1 (of 2) Jan. 19 | Doctor Aphra #18, The Halcyon Legacy #1 (of 5), The High Republic #13 Jan. 24 | Bounty Hunters #18 Jan. 26 | The High Republic — Edge of Balance Vol. 2 Feb. 2 | Crimson Reign #2 (of 5) Feb. 9 | Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus (Collects Star Wars: Jedi -- The Dark Side #1-5, Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan
Wed, October 20, 2021
Episode #257 -- Stay (Faraway, So Close!)
A stitched-together episode -- one that was almost lost to a temperamental computer and timing issues. Jeff and Matt examine the latest tale of Marvel's The High Republic #10, a quick-paced story that sees nods to characters and events from the era's books, while the Ghosts of Vader's Castle mini-series wraps up -- perhaps for good -- with issue #5 that sees an unlikely spectral savior. Star Wars Adventures #11 brings the first part of a two-part Rogue Squadron tale that had Matt far too excited for his own good, while the backup story focus on Ree-Yees and why it's never a good career move to do anything for Jabba the Hutt. As for news, we examine the notion that Crimson Reign is likely to be a crossover event when it kicks off, as well as the latest publishing delays. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Oct. 27 | War of the Bounty Hunters — IG-88 #1, Darth Vader #17, The Monster of Temple Peak #3 (of 4) Nov. 3 | Star Wars #18, Bounty Hunters #17, The High Republic #11, Nov. 10 | Doctor Aphra #16, The Trail of Shadows #2 (of 5), The Monster of Temple Peak #4 (of 4), Star Wars Legends Boba Fett: Blood Ties TPB (Collects Blood Ties #1-4, Blood Ties — Boba Fett Is Dead 1-4, Empire #7, 28, Boba Fett 1/2, Boba Fett — Twin Engines of Destruction, Boba Fett — Agent of Doom and material from Star Wars Tales #7) Nov. 17 | Darth Vader #18, Star Wars Adventures #12, Star Wars: Life Day #1 (One-Shot), The High Republic Adventures #10, Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus (Collects #1-25, Annual #2), The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 1) TPB (Collects #1-5), Star Wars Episodes IV-IX Adaptation Box Set (IDW) Nov. 24 | Star Wars #19, Bounty Hunters #18, Star Wars Adventures Annual 2021, War of the Bounty Hunters TPB (Collects Alpha #1, War of the Bounty Hunters 1-5), War of the Bounty Hunters Companion TPB (Collects Jabba, IG-88, Boushh, 4-LOM & Zuckuss) Nov. 30 | Nothing scheduled. Dec. 1 | Crimson Reign #1 (of 5), The High Republic #12, The High Republic Adventures #11, Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “The Light & the Dark” TPB (Collects #1-5) Dec. 8 | Star Wars #20, Bounty Hunters #19, Darth Vader #19, Trail of Shadows #3 (of 5), The High Republic, Vol. 2, “The Heart of Drengir” TPB (Collects #6-10) Dec. 15 | Doctor Aphra #17, The High Republic Adventures Annual 2021, Attack of the Clones Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters” TPB (Collects #11-15) Dec. 22 | Star Wars Adventures #13, The Weapon of a Jedi TPB (Collects #1-2), Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #12-17) Dec. 29 | Bounty Hunters, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #12-17), Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters,” TPB (Collects #13-18) Jan. 5 | Trail of Shadows #4 (of 5) Jan. 12 | Bounty Hunters #20, Crimson Reign #2, Eye of the Storm #1 (of 2) Jan.
Wed, October 13, 2021
Episode #256 -- Kings and Queens
War of the Bounty Hunters comes to its end and sets the stage for Crimson Reign and, further into 2022, The Hidden Empire, as Qi'ra lays out the chess board pieces and prepares for the long game. Daniel José Older and David Wachter strike the right tone in the first issue of The High Republic -- Trail of Shadows #1 as the crime noir-inspired mystery tale reveals even more questions than answers. In Ghosts of Vader's Castle #4 (of 5), Lina, Thom and more face down their starkest nightmares while readying for what could the final showdown on Mustafar. Doctor Aphra #15 continues an unparalleled streak of success as she and Sana form temporary alliances and uncover a massive conspiracy with tendrils throughout the galaxy. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Oct. 20 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #5 (of 5), Star Wars Adventures #11, The High Republic #10 Oct. 27 | War of the Bounty Hunters — IG-88 #1, Darth Vader #17,, The Monster of Temple Peak #3 (of 4), The High Republic #1 (Marvel Halloween Comic Book Extravaganza 2021 Edition) Nov. 3 | Star Wars #18, Bounty Hunters #17, The High Republic #11, Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus Nov. 10 | Doctor Aphra #16, The Trail of Shadows #2 (of 5), The Monster of Temple Peak #4 (of 4), Star Wars Legends Boba Fett: Blood Ties TPB Nov. 17 | Darth Vader #18, Star Wars Adventures #12, Star Wars: Life Day #1 (One-Shot), The High Republic Adventures #10, Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus, The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 1) TPB, Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #13-18), Star Wars Episodes IV-IX Adaptation Box Set (IDW) Nov. 24 | Star Wars #19, Bounty Hunters #18, Star Wars Adventures Annual 2021, War of the Bounty Hunters TPB (Collects Alpha #1, War of the Bounty Hunters 1-5), War of the Bounty Hunters Companion TPB (Collects Jabba, IG-88, Boushh, 4-LOM & Zuckuss) Nov. 30 | Star Wars: The High Republic, Vol. 2, TPB (Collects #6-10), Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #11-15) Dec. 1 |) Crimson Reign #1 (of 5), The High Republic #12, The High Republic Adventures #11, Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “The Light & the Dark” TPB Dec. 8 | Star Wars #20, Bounty Hunters #19, Darth Vader #19, Trail of Shadows #3 (of 5), Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters,” TPB, The High Republic, Vol. 2, “The Heart of Drengir” TPB Dec. 15 | Doctor Aphra #17, The High Republic Adventures Annual 2021, Attack of the Clones Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters” TPB Dec. 22 | Star Wars Adventures #13, The Weapon of a Jedi TPB, Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #12-17) Dec. 29 | Bounty Hunters, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #12-17) Jan. 5 | Trail of Shadows #4 (of 5) March 2 | Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 1 April 13 | Darth Va
Wed, October 06, 2021
Episode #255 -- The Legend of Wooley Swamp
Qort's backstory comes into focus in the pages of The High Republic Adventures #9, which concludes with a stirring cliffhanger, while in Ghosts of Vader's Castle #3, Thom Hudd recounts a tale featuring Luke Skywalker and why you should never go exploring a swamp. In news, we break down the August sales rankings, IDW's new online exclusive covers program and more. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Oct. 13 | Star Wars #18, Doctor Aphra #15, Trail of Shadows #1 (of 5), War of the Bounty Hunters #5 (of 5), Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #4 (of 5) Oct. 20 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #5 (of 5), Star Wars Adventures #11, The High Republic #10 Oct. 27 | Star Wars #18, War of the Bounty Hunters — IG-88 #1, Darth Vader #17, Bounty Hunters #17, The Monster of Temple Peak #3 (of 4), The High Republic #1 (Marvel Halloween Comic Book Extravaganza 2021 Edition) Nov. 3 | The High Republic #11, Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus Nov. 10 | Doctor Aphra #16, The Trail of Shadows #2 (of 5), The Monster of Temple Peak #4 (of 4), Star Wars Legends Boba Fett: Blood Ties TPB, Star Wars Episodes IV-IX Adaptation Box Set (IDW) Nov. 17 | Darth Vader #18, Star Wars Adventures #12, Star Wars: Life Day #1 (One-Shot), Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus, The High Republic Adventures (Vol. 1) TPB, Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #13-18) Nov. 24 | Star Wars #19, Bounty Hunters #18, War of the Bounty Hunters TPB (Collects Alpha #1, War of the Bounty Hunters 1-5), War of the Bounty Hunters Companion TPB (Collects Jabba, IG-88, Boushh, 4-LOM & Zuckuss) Nov. 30 | Star Wars: The High Republic, Vol. 2, TPB (Collects #6-10), Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #11-15) Dec. 1 | Crimson Reign #1 (of 5), The High Republic #12, The High Republic Adventures #11, Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “The Light & the Dark” TPB Dec. 8 | Star Wars #20, Bounty Hunters #19, Darth Vader #19, Trail of Shadows #3 (of 5), Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters,” TPB, The High Republic, Vol. 2, “The Heart of Drengir” TPB Dec. 15 | Doctor Aphra #17, Star Wars Adventures Annual 2021 #1, Attack of the Clones Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters” TPB Dec. 22 | Star Wars Adventures #13, The Weapon of a Jedi TPB, Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #12-17) Dec. 29 | Bounty Hunters, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #12-17) Jan. 5 | Trail of Shadows #4 (of 5) March 2 | Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus, Vol. 1 April 13 | Darth Vader (Vol. 1) Omnibus (New Printing) April 27 | Star Wars (Vol. 2), Omnibus (Vol. 1) New Printing Summer 2002 | The New Republic Vol. 1 Omnibus
Wed, September 29, 2021
Episode #254 - Reunited (And It Feels So Good)
This week it's Jeff flying solo while Matt tends to Matt-type MATTers (See what we did there?). First up is Star Wars Adventures in which we get the thrilling conclusion of the saga of the ancient vengeful spirits....or are they? Following that is a backup involving bratty kids, oversized Jawas, a mysterious amulet, and Jeff's favorite: SPIDERS. Following that, Jeff takes a look at issue 2 of Ghosts of Vader's Castle and we find out just what happens when a 6-foot rabbit and a 7 1/2 foot Wookie get cross with one another. Oh, and they're also actually closer to 50 feet tall each. This continues to be a fun series that we can't get enough of. Rounding out the week's books is Marvel's lone offering: Star Wars #17. Luke and Vader trade blows while Lando and Chewie try to get the Falcon back up and running after a seismic charge delayed their pursuit of Han Solo. Lando reconnects with the ship (and himself) in an unexpected and wholly satisfying way. Fear not, Matt will return next week to keep Jeff from mispronouncing names! Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Oct. 6 | Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB, The High Republic Adventures #9, Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #3 (of 5) Oct. 13 | War of the Bounty Hunters #5 (of 5), Doctor Aphra #15, The High Republic — Trail of Shadows #1 (of 5), Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #4 (of 5), The High Republic #1 (Halloween Extravaganza 2021) Oct. 20 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #5 (of 5), Star Wars Adventures #11, War of the Bounty Hunters — IG-88 #1, Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus, Darth Vader #17, The High Republic #10 Oct. 27 | Star Wars #18, Bounty Hunters #17, The Monster of Temple Peak #3 (of 4) Nov. 3 | The High Republic #11, The High Republic Adventures #10, Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus Nov. 10 | Doctor Aphra #16, The Monster of Temple Peak #4 (of 4), The Trail of Shadows #2 (of 5), Star Wars Legends Boba Fett: Blood Ties TPB, The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 1, TPB, Star Wars Episodes IV-IX Adaptation Box Set (IDW) Nov. 17 | Darth Vader #18, Star Wars: Life Day #1, Star Wars Adventures #12, Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #13-18) Nov. 24 | Star Wars #19, Bounty Hunters #18, Star Wars Adventures Annual 2021, War of the Bounty Hunters TPB (Collects Alpha #1, War of the Bounty Hunters 1-5), War of the Bounty Hunters Companion TPB (Collects Jabba, IG-88, Boushh, 4-LOM & Zuckuss) Nov. 30 | Star Wars: The High Republic, Vol. 2, TPB (Collects #6-10), Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #11-15) Dec. 1 | Star Wars: Crimson Reign #1 (of 5), The High Republic Adventures #11, Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “The Light & the Dark” TPB Dec. 8 | Darth Vader #19, The High Republic #12, Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters,” TPB, Attack of the Clones Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Dec
Wed, September 22, 2021
Episode #253 -- Looking Over My Shoulder
We're returning to Vader's castle on Mustafar for the fourth outing of IDW's spooky Star Wars stories, thanks to Cavan Scott, Francesco Francavilla, Megan Levens, Charlie Kirchoff and Shawn Lee, in a story that brings Milo and Lina Graf, along with Padme and Anakin. It's a genuinely creepy tale that combines The Thing with Dawn of the Dead and, frankly, we want more, more, more! (Thank goodness it's a weekly five-issue mini-series!) In Bounty Hunters #16, we see Valance and Dengar's efforts to deal with Boba Fett from another angle, yet more importantly, the importance of Cadelah, she who could unite the Broken Hand and Mourner's Wail, vastly expands as foundations are built for events in the upcoming Crimson Reign five-issue mini-series set for release in December. It's a weighty issue, filled with flashbacks and more, but worth the effort. (Though it would have benefitted immensely from the use of editor's notes here and there to ease the reader forward). In news, the only topic is the report, as yet unverified, that Disney/Lucasfilm has pulled the Star Wars license from IDW Publishing. We break down what it may mean for Star Wars Adventures and the slate of The High Republic Adventures titles, as well as what may come. It's nebulous and uncertain, but we're optimistic. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Sept. 29 | Star Wars #17, Star Wars Adventures #10, Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #2 (of 5), The High Republic #8 (2nd Printing), War of the Bounty Hunters #3 (2nd Printing) Oct. 6 | Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB, The High Republic — Trail of Shadows #1 (of 5), The High Republic Adventures #9, War of the Bounty Hunters #5 (of 5), Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #3 (of 5) Oct. 13 | Doctor Aphra #15, War of the Bounty Hunters — IG-88 #1, Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #4 (of 5), The High Republic #1 (Halloween Extravaganza 2021) Oct. 20 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #5 (of 5), Star Wars Adventures #11, Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus, Darth Vader #17, The High Republic #10 Oct. 27 | Star Wars #18, Bounty Hunters #17, The Monster of Temple Peak #3 (of 4) Nov. 3 | The High Republic #11, The High Republic Adventures #10, Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus Nov. 10 | Doctor Aphra #16, The Monster of Temple Peak #4 (of 4), The Trail of Shadows #2 (of 5), Star Wars Legends Boba Fett: Blood Ties TPB, The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 1, TPB, Star Wars Episodes IV-IX Adaptation Box Set (IDW) Nov. 17 | Darth Vader #18, Star Wars: Life Day #1, Star Wars Adventures #12, Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #13-18) Nov. 24 | Star Wars #19, Bounty Hunters #18, Star Wars Adventures Annual 2021, War of the Bounty Hunters TPB (Collects Alpha #1, War of the Bounty Hunters 1-5), War of the Bounty Hunters Companion TPB (Collects Jabba, IG-88, Boushh, 4-LOM & Zuckuss) Nov. 30 | Star Wars: The High Republic, Vol. 2, TPB (Colle
Wed, September 15, 2021
Episode #252 -- Dance With My Father
The backstory behind Boushh takes center stage in the pages of War of the Bounty Hunters -- Boushh #1, a one-shot tie-in to the crossover event that lays the foundation for a potential mini-series or, at the very least, more stories to come in the upcoming Crimson Reign five-issue mini. It's a deftly written, lushly illustrated story about Boushh and four more Ubese, as well as a deeper dive into Domina Tagge, too, a character whose manipulations have been threading through the second volume of Doctor Apha. In Darth Vader #16, Greg Pak's exploration of Vader's pursuit of Skywalker is given another vantage point as Luke gamely tries to draw out his father's attention so that Leia, Lando and Chewie can make an honest push at rescuing Han Solo before he's taken to the SSD Eexecutor. While portions of the issue may seem familiar (if you've read the previous issues of Star Wars and WotBH, they are), it provides a telling base for Ochi's devotion to Vader and Sly Moore's to Palpatine. In The High Republic-era The Monster of Temple Peak #2, Ty Yorick gains an almost padawan, despite her efforts not to, as the lushly illustrated mini-series that should have been released as a graphic novel (as it was suppose to be) moves forward in its storytelling. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Sept. 22 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #1 (of 5), Bounty Hunters #16, Star Wars: Rebels, Vol. 2 (Manga) Sept. 29 | Star Wars #17, Star Wars Adventures #10, Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #2 (of 5), The High Republic #8 (2nd Printing), War of the Bounty Hunters #3 (2nd Printing) Oct. 6 | Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB, The High Republic — Trail of Shadows #1 (of 5), The High Republic Adventures #9, War of the Bounty Hunters #5 (of 5), Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #3 (of 5) Oct. 13 | Doctor Aphra #15, War of the Bounty Hunters — IG-88 #1, Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #4 (of 5), The High Republic #1 (Halloween Extravaganza 2021) Oct. 20 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #5 (of 5), Star Wars Adventures #11, Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus, Darth Vader #17, The High Republic #10 Oct. 27 | Star Wars #18, Bounty Hunters #17, The Monster of Temple Peak #3 (of 4) Nov. 3 | The High Republic #11, The High Republic Adventures #10, Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus Nov. 10 | Doctor Aphra #16, The Monster of Temple Peak #4 (of 4), The Trail of Shadows #2 (of 5), Star Wars Legends Boba Fett: Blood Ties TPB, The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 1, TPB, Star Wars Episodes IV-IX Adaptation Box Set (IDW) Nov. 17 | Darth Vader #18, Star Wars: Life Day #1, Star Wars Adventures #12, Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #13-18) Nov. 24 | Star Wars #19, Bounty Hunters #18, Star Wars Adventures Annual 2021, War of the Bounty Hunters TPB (Collects Alpha #1, War of the Bounty Hunters 1-5), War of the Bounty Hunters Companion TPB (Collects Jabba, IG-88, Boushh
Wed, September 08, 2021
Episode #251 -- Broken Bicycles
Mace Windu takes on the specter of mysticism during a Prequel-Trilogy era story in Star Wars Adventures #9 that features a backup story starring Han Solo and Chewbacca who find the game isn't as easy to play as they thought. In Doctor Aphra #14, Chelli and Sana Starros team up with Just Lucky and Ariole in an alliance of convenience as they strive to make their way up -- and out -- of the Vermillion without attracting the attention of Qi'ra, Crimson Dawn and Crae. War of the Bounty Hunters #4 is laying the foundation for the upcoming five-issue Star Wars -- Crimson Reign mini-series. Pay close attention to the foreshadowing and marvel at the lustrous art of Luke Ross, David Messina, Neeraj Menon and Guru-eFX, particularly in the off-planet panels. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Sept. 15 | Darth Vader #16, War of the Bounty Hunters — Boushh #1, The Monster of Temple Peak #2 (of 4) Sept. 22 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #1 (of 5), Bounty Hunters #16 Sept. 29 | Star Wars #17, Star Wars Adventures #10, Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #2 (of 5), The High Republic #8 (2nd Printing), War of the Bounty Hunters #3 (2nd Printing) Oct. 6 | Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB, The High Republic — Trail of Shadows #1 (of 5), The High Republic Adventures #9, War of the Bounty Hunters #5 (of 5), Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #3 (of 5) Oct. 13 | Star Wars #18, Doctor Aphra #15, War of the Bounty Hunters — IG-88 #1, Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #4 (of 5) Oct. 20 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #5 (of 5), Star Wars Adventures #11, Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus, Darth Vader #17, The High Republic #10 Oct. 27 | Bounty Hunters #17, The Monster of Temple Peak #3 (of 4) Nov. 3 | The High Republic #11, The High Republic Adventures #10, Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus Nov. 10 | Doctor Aphra #16, The Monster of Temple Peak #4 (of 4), The Trail of Shadows #2 (of 5), Star Wars Legends Boba Fett: Blood Ties TPB, The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 1, TPB, Star Wars Episodes IV-IX Adaptation Box Set (IDW) Nov. 17 | Darth Vader #18, Star Wars: Life Day #1, Star Wars Adventures #12, Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #13-18) Nov. 24 | Star Wars #19, Bounty Hunters #18, Star Wars Adventures Annual 2021, War of the Bounty Hunters TPB (Collects Alpha #1, War of the Bounty Hunters 1-5), War of the Bounty Hunters Companion TPB (Collects Jabba, IG-88, Boushh, 4-LOM & Zuckuss) Nov. 30 | Star Wars: The High Republic, Vol. 2, TPB (Collects #6-10), Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #11-15) Dec. 1 | Star Wars: Crimson Reign #1 (of 5) Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “The Light & the Dark” TPB Dec. 8 | Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters,” TPB, Attack of the Clones Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Dec. 15 | Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty H
Wed, September 01, 2021
Episode #250 -- War Pigs
A pair of stories from The High Republic era mark today's episodes as new story arcs in the Marvel and IDW series -- The High Republic #9 and The High Republic Adventures #8 -- take root, providing readers with an unsettling look at Krix's descent into oblivion and Keeve Trennis' increasing frustration with the Jedi Council. In news, we parse the July sales figures and what it augurs for Star Wars comics as a whole, while adding more detail on upcoming second printings due later this month. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Sept. 8 | The High Republic: Edge of Balance (Manga), War of the Bounty Hunters #4 (of 5), Star Wars Adventures #9, Doctor Aphra #14, The High Republic #7 (2nd Printing), War of the Bounty Hunters — Jabba the Hutt #1 (2nd Printing) Sept. 15 | Darth Vader #16, War of the Bounty Hunters — Boushh #1, The Monster of Temple Peak #2 (of 4) Sept. 22 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #1 (of 5), Bounty Hunters #16 Sept. 29 | Star Wars #17, Star Wars Adventures #10, Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #2 (of 5), The High Republic #8 (2nd Printing), War of the Bounty Hunters #3 (2nd Printing) Oct. 6 | Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB, The High Republic — Trail of Shadows #1 (of 5), The High Republic Adventures #9, War of the Bounty Hunters #5 (of 5), Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #3 (of 5) Oct. 13 | Star Wars #18, Doctor Aphra #15, War of the Bounty Hunters — IG-88 #1, Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #4 (of 5) Oct. 20 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #5 (of 5), Star Wars Adventures #11, Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus, Darth Vader #17, The High Republic #10 Oct. 27 | Bounty Hunters #17, The Monster of Temple Peak #3 (of 4) Nov. 3 | The High Republic #11, The High Republic Adventures #10, Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus Nov. 10 | Doctor Aphra #16, The Monster of Temple Peak #4 (of 4), The Trail of Shadows #2 (of 5), Star Wars Legends Boba Fett: Blood Ties TPB, The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 1, TPB, Star Wars Episodes IV-IX Adaptation Box Set (IDW) Nov. 17 | Darth Vader #18, Star Wars: Life Day #1, Star Wars Adventures #12, Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #13-18) Nov. 24 | Star Wars #19, Bounty Hunters #18, Star Wars Adventures Annual 2021, War of the Bounty Hunters TPB (Collects Alpha #1, War of the Bounty Hunters 1-5), War of the Bounty Hunters Companion TPB (Collects Jabba, IG-88, Boushh, 4-LOM & Zuckuss) Nov. 30 | Star Wars: The High Republic, Vol. 2, TPB (Collects #6-10), Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #11-15) Dec. 1 | Star Wars: Crimson Reign #1 (of 5), Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “The Light & the Dark” TPB Dec. 8 | Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters,” TPB, Attack of the Clones Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Dec. 15 | Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters” TPB, The High Republi
Wed, August 25, 2021
Episode #249 -- Take It On the Run
Another test for Ochi of Bestoon in Darth Vader #15 while Doctor Aphra tries to escape from her past with little regard for Sana Starros' present or future in Doctor Aphra #13. There's also news about Crimson Reign, the second mini-series in Charles Soule's trilogy, and a breakdown of July's Star Wars comics rankings, Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Sept. 1 | The High Republic Adventures #8, The High Republic #9 Sept. 8 | The High Republic: Edge of Balance (Manga), War of the Bounty Hunters #4 (of 5), Star Wars Adventures #9, Doctor Aphra #14, The High Republic #7 (2nd Printing), War of the Bounty Hunters — Jabba the Hutt #1 (2nd Printing) Sept. 15 | Darth Vader #16, War of the Bounty Hunters — Boushh #1, The Monster of Temple Peak #2 (of 4) Sept. 22 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #1 (of 5), Bounty Hunters #16 Sept. 29 | Star Wars #17, Star Wars Adventures #10, Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #2 (of 5), The High Republic #8 (2nd Printing), War of the Bounty Hunters #3 (2nd Printing) Oct. 6 | Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB, The High Republic — Trail of Shadows #1 (of 5), The High Republic Adventures #9, War of the Bounty Hunters #5 (of 5), Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #3 (of 5) Oct. 13 | Star Wars #18, Doctor Aphra #15, War of the Bounty Hunters — IG-88 #1, Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #4 (of 5) Oct. 20 | Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #5 (of 5), Star Wars Adventures #11, Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus, Darth Vader #17, The High Republic #10 Oct. 27 | Bounty Hunters #17, The Monster of Temple Peak #3 (of 4) Nov. 3 | Star Wars: Crimson Reign #1 (of 5), The High Republic #11, The High Republic Adventures #10, Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus Nov. 10 | Doctor Aphra #16, The Monster of Temple Peak #4 (of 4), The Trail of Shadows #2 (of 5), Star Wars Legends Boba Fett: Blood Ties TPB, The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 1, TPB, Star Wars Episodes IV-IX Adaptation Box Set (IDW) Nov. 17 | Darth Vader #18, Star Wars: Life Day #1, Star Wars Adventures #12, Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #13-18) Nov. 24 | Star Wars #19, Bounty Hunters #18, Star Wars Adventures Annual 2021, War of the Bounty Hunters TPB (Collects Alpha #1, War of the Bounty Hunters 1-5), War of the Bounty Hunters Companion TPB (Collects Jabba, IG-88, Boushh, 4-LOM & Zuckuss) Nov. 30 | Star Wars: The High Republic, Vol. 2, TPB (Collects #6-10), Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #11-15) Dec. 1 | Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “The Light & the Dark” TPB Dec. 8 | Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters,” TPB, Attack of the Clones Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Dec. 15 | Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 3, “War of the Bounty Hunters” TPB, The High Republic, Vol. 2, “The Heart of Drengir” TPB Dec. 22 | arth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects
Wed, August 18, 2021
Episode #248 -- Alone Again Or
Han Solo's still in carbonite and the subject of much dispute as we dive into War of the Bounty Hunters #3 (of 5) and it's associated tie-in story from Star Wars #16. From IDW, Star Wars Adventures #8 offers up the concluding part to the Luke and Leia story, while the back-up tale focuses on Clone Wars-era subterfuge and espionage. In The High Republic Adventures #7, Farzala digs deep to remember his training and what he's learned. There's also news and so much more. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Aug. 25 Darth Vader #15 Doctor Aphra #13 The High Republic, Vol. 1, “There Is No Fear” TPB Sept. 1 The High Republic Adventures #8 The High Republic #9 Sept. 8 The High Republic: Edge of Balance (Manga) War of the Bounty Hunters #4 (of 5) Star Wars Adventures #9 Doctor Aphra #14 The High Republic #7 (2nd Printing) War of the Bounty Hunters — Jabba the Hutt #1 (2nd Printing) Sept. 15 Darth Vader #16 War of the Bounty Hunters — Boushh #1 The Monster of Temple Peak #2 (of 4) Sept. 22 Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #1 (of 5) Bounty Hunters #16 Sept. 29 Star Wars #17 Star Wars Adventures #10 Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #2 (of 5) Oct. 6 Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB The High Republic — Trail of Shadows #1 (of 5) The High Republic Adventures #9 War of the Bounty Hunters #5 (of 5) Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #3 (of 5) Oct. 13 Star Wars #18 Doctor Aphra #15 War of the Bounty Hunters — IG-88 #1 Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #4 (of 5) Oct. 20 Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #5 (of 5) Star Wars Adventures #11 Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus Darth Vader #17 The High Republic #10 Oct. 27 Bounty Hunters #17 The Monster of Temple Peak #3 (of 4) Nov. 3 Star Wars: Crimson Reign #1 (of 5) The High Republic #11 The High Republic Adventures #10 Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus Nov. 10 Doctor Aphra #16 The Monster of Temple Peak #4 (of 4) The Trail of Shadows #2 (of 5) Star Wars Legends Boba Fett: Blood Ties TPB The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 1, TPB Star Wars Episodes IV-IX Adaptation Box Set (IDW) Nov. 17 Darth Vader #18 Star Wars: Life Day #1 (One-Shot) Star Wars Adventures #12 Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #13-18) Nov. 24 Star Wars #19 Bounty Hunters #18 Star Wars Adventures Annual 2021 War of the Bounty Hunters TPB (Collects Alpha #1, War of the Bounty Hunters 1-5) War of the Bounty Hunters Companion TPB (Collects Jabba, IG-88, Boushh, 4-LOM & Zuckuss) Nov. 30 Star Wars: The High Republic, Vol. 2, TPB (Collects #6-10) Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol
Wed, August 11, 2021
Episode #247 -- Every Breath You Take
Sskeer's got a past with a certain Wayseeker in the pages of The High Republic #8 that sees the combined might of Myarga and her Hutt enforcers band together with numerous Jedi in a bid to counter the Great Progenitor. In The High Republic Adventures: The Monster of Temple Peak #1 (of 4), Cavan Scott and Rachael Stott -- hereby dubbed Scott/Stott -- bring Ty Yorrick into the pages of Star Wars comics and give us a glimpse into the monster hunter's life. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Aug. 11 _ The High Republic #8 _ The Monster of Temple Peak #1 (of 4) Aug. 14 (Free Comic Book Day) _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue _ The High Republic: The Edge of Balance/Guardians of the Whills FCBD Issue Aug. 18 _ Star Wars Adventures #8 _ Star Wars #16 _ The High Republic Adventures #7 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #3 (of 5) Aug. 25 _ Darth Vader #15 _ Doctor Aphra #13 _ The High Republic, Vol. 1, “There Is No Fear” TPB Sept. 1 _ The High Republic Adventures #8 _ Doctor Aphra #14 _ The High Republic #9 Sept. 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance (Manga) _ The Monster of Temple Peak #2 (of 4) _ War of the Bounty Hunters #4 (of 5) _ Star Wars Adventures #9 _ The High Republic #7 (2nd Printing) _ War of the Bounty Hunters — Jabba the Hutt #1 (2nd Printing) Sept. 15 _ Darth Vader #16 _ War of the Bounty Hunters — Boushh #1 Sept. 22 _ Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #1 (of 5) _ Bounty Hunters #16 Sept. 29 _ Star Wars #17 _ Star Wars Adventures #10 _ Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #2 (of 5) Oct. 6 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB _ The High Republic — Trail of Shadows #1 (of 5) _ The High Republic Adventures #9 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #5 (of 5) _ Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #3 (of 5) Oct. 13 _ Star Wars #18 _ Doctor Aphra #15 _ War of the Bounty Hunters — IG-88 #1 _ Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #4 (of 5) Oct. 20 _ Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #5 (of 5) _ Star Wars Adventures #11 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus _ Darth Vader #17 _ The High Republic #10 Oct. 27 _ Bounty Hunters #17 _ The Monster of Temple Peak #3 (of 4) Nov. 3 _ Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus Nov. 10 _ Star Wars Legends Boba Fett: Blood Ties TPB _ The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 1, TPB _ Star Wars Episodes IV-IX Adaptation Box Set (IDW) Nov. 17 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #13-18) Nov. 24 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #12-17) _ War of the Bounty Hunters TPB (Collects Alpha #1, War of the Bounty Hunters 1-5) _ War of the Bounty Hunte
Wed, August 04, 2021
Episode #246 -- Against All Odds (Take a Look at Me Now)
Zuckuss is feeling the weight of the galaxy on his shoulders as events from his past roar back to his present to exact revenge in the War of the Bounty Hunters: 4-LOM & Zuckuss one-shot, while in Bounty Hunters #15, Dengar and Valance come to an understanding and T'Onga recruits a familiar face from The Force Awakens to round out the team. In news, we talk about some upcoming The High Republic projects, July's sales rankings and so much more. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Aug. 11 The High Republic #8 The Monster of Temple Peak #1 (of 4) Star Wars: Guardians of the Whills Manga Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 2, “The Engine Job” TPB Aug. 14 (Free Comic Book Day) Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue The High Republic: The Edge of Balance/Guardians of the Whills FCBD Issue Aug. 18 Star Wars Adventures #8 Star Wars #16 The High Republic Adventures #7 War of the Bounty Hunters #3 (of 5) Aug. 25 Darth Vader #15 Doctor Aphra #13 The High Republic, Vol. 1, “There Is No Fear” TPB Sept. 1 The High Republic Adventures #8 Doctor Aphra #14 The High Republic #9 Sept. 8 The High Republic: Edge of Balance (Manga) The Monster of Temple Peak #2 (of 4) War of the Bounty Hunters #4 (of 5) Star Wars Adventures #9 Sept. 15 Darth Vader #16 War of the Bounty Hunters — Boushh #1 Sept. 22 Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #1 (of 5) Bounty Hunters #16 Sept. 29 Star Wars #17 Star Wars Adventures #10 Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #2 (of 5) Oct. 6 Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB The High Republic — Trail of Shadows #1 (of 5) The High Republic Adventures #9 War of the Bounty Hunters #5 (of 5) Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #3 (of 5) Oct. 13 Star Wars #18 Doctor Aphra #15 War of the Bounty Hunters — IG-88 #1 Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #4 (of 5) Oct. 20 Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #5 (of 5) Star Wars Adventures #11 Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus Darth Vader #17 The High Republic #10 Oct. 27 Bounty Hunters #17 The Monster of Temple Peak #3 (of 4) Nov. 3 Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus Nov. 10 Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #12-16) Star Wars Legends Boba Fett: Blood Ties TPB The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 1, TPB Star Wars Episodes IV-IX Adaptation Box Set (IDW) Nov. 17 Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #13-18) Nov. 24 Bounty Hunters, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #12-17) War of the Bounty Hunters TPB (Collects Alpha #1, War of the Bounty Hunters 1-5) War of the Bounty Hunters Companion TPB (Collects Jabba, IG-88, Boushh, 4-LOM & Zuckuss) Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “
Wed, July 28, 2021
Episode #245 -- Cry Little Sister
Self doubt, fear of failure and lack of confidence is pervading not just The High Republic #7 but its protagonist, Jedi Keeve Trennis, as she battles demons within and without while encountering those who are lost, including a former Jedi mentioned in Cavan Scott's audiodrama "Dooku: Jedi Lost," not to mention a certain Wayseeker. In Star Wars #15, Starlight Squadron returns to the fore in a rip-roaring issue filled with aerial and ground fighting between the struggling Rebel Alliance and a menacing, seemingly overconfident Empire. Star Wars Adventures #7 pops with vibrant storytelling and art thanks to the talents of Sam Maggs, Liana Kanga, Brittany Peer, Johanna Nattalie, Landry Walker and Nick Brokenshire as readers are treated to a Luke and Leia story that shows sides of the twins seldom seen, while the Crimson Corsair makes his return, with a rollicking story that evokes 2000 AD comics, swashbucklers and so much more. In news, Charles Soule reveals January's "Eye of the Storm" mini-series focused on Marchio Ro, Nick Brokenshire's SDCC-only cover is a sellout and more. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Aug. 4 Bounty Hunters #15 War of the Bounty Hunters: 4-LOM & Zuckuss #1 (One-Shot) Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Marvel Years, Vol. 5 TPB Aug. 11 The High Republic #8 The Monster of Temple Peak #1 (of 4) Star Wars: Guardians of the Whills Manga Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 2, “The Engine Job” TPB Aug. 14 (Free Comic Book Day) Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue The High Republic: The Edge of Balance/Guardians of the Whills FCBD Issue Aug. 18 Star Wars Adventures #8 Star Wars #16 The High Republic Adventures #7 War of the Bounty Hunters #3 (of 5) Aug. 25 Darth Vader #15 Doctor Aphra #13 The High Republic, Vol. 1, “There Is No Fear” TPB Sept. 1 The High Republic Adventures #8 Doctor Aphra #14 The High Republic #9 Sept. 8 The High Republic: Edge of Balance (Manga) The Monster of Temple Peak #2 (of 4) War of the Bounty Hunters #4 (of 5) Star Wars Adventures #9 Sept. 15 Darth Vader #16 War of the Bounty Hunters — Boushh #1 Sept. 22 Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #1 (of 5) Bounty Hunters #16 Sept. 29 Star Wars #17 Star Wars Adventures #10 Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #2 (of 5) Oct. 6 Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB The High Republic — Trail of Shadows #1 (of 5) The High Republic Adventures #9 War of the Bounty Hunters #5 (of 5) Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #3 (of 5) Oct. 13 Star Wars #18 Doctor Aphra #15 War of the Bounty Hunters — IG-88 #1 Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #4 (of 5) Oct. 20 Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #5 (of 5) Star Wars Adven
Wed, July 21, 2021
Episode #244 -- The Black Angel's Death Song
Sly Moore isn't as sly as she's perceived to be in the pages of Marvel's Darth Vader #14, while Farzala and Qort learn that a synonym for Hutt doesn't include the word "trustworthy" in the pages of The High Republic Adventures #6 from IDW. The breakout star of today's comics is Deva Lompop, a bounty hunter/information broker/socialite whose long history may prove quite informative and interesting (think The High Republich to the New Republic) as readers become more familiar with this character beyond the pages of War of the Bounty Hunters -- Jabba the Hutt #1. In news, there's plenty of more variant covers for War of the Bounty Hunters, but also con-exclusive goodies, particularly Nick Brokenshire's SDCC exclusive for IDW's The High Republic Adventures #6 that's available starting July 23. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: July 21 The High Republic Adventures #6 Darth Vader #14 War of the Bounty Hunters — Jabba the Hutt #1 (One-Shot) July 28 Star Wars #15 Star Wars Adventures #7 The High Republic #7 Aug. 4 Bounty Hunters #15 War of the Bounty Hunters: 4-LOM & Zuckuss #1 (One-Shot) Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Marvel Years, Vol. 5 TPB Aug. 11 The High Republic #8 War of the Bounty Hunters #3 (of 5) The Monster of Temple Peak #1 (of 4) Star Wars: Guardians of the Whills Manga Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 2, “The Engine Job” TPB Aug. 14 (Free Comic Book Day) Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue The High Republic: The Edge of Balance/Guardians of the Whills FCBD Issue Aug. 18 Star Wars Adventures #8 Star Wars #16 The High Republic Adventures #7 War of the Bounty Hunters #3 (of 5) Aug. 25 Darth Vader #15 Doctor Aphra #13 The High Republic, Vol. 1, “There Is No Fear” TPB Sept. 1 The High Republic Adventures #8 Doctor Aphra #14 The High Republic #9 Sept. 8 The High Republic: Edge of Balance (Manga) The Monster of Temple Peak #2 (of 4) War of the Bounty Hunters #4 (of 5) Star Wars Adventures #9 Sept. 15 Darth Vader #16 War of the Bounty Hunters — Boushh #1 Sept. 22 Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #1 (of 5) Bounty Hunters #16 Sept. 29 Star Wars #17 Star Wars Adventures #10 Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #2 (of 5) Oct. 6 Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB Oct. 20 Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus Nov. 3 Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus Nov. 10 War of the Bounty Hunters TPB (Collects Alpha #1, War of the Bounty Hunters 1-5) War of the Bounty Hunters Companion TPB (Collects Jabba, IG-88, Boushh, 4-LOM & Zuckuss) Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #12-16) Star Wars Legends Boba Fett: Blood Ties TPB<
Wed, July 14, 2021
Episode #243 -- Moving in Stereo
Doctor Aphra and Sana Starros walk into a bar run by Crimson Dawn and, well, things get very weird, very violent, very fast, which is exactly what you'd expect when Aphra shows up at the very place that Boba Fett intends to be as he strives to take back what was stolen from him: Han Solo. Doctor Aphra #12 and War of the Bounty Hunters #2 (of 5) intersect each other in all the right ways, bringing a cinematic-styled split-screen to Star Wars storytelling. In news, The Empire, Vol. 1, omnibus is due out in March, while a familar face from Star Tours, Star Wars Rebels and Galaxy's Edge gets the Lucasfilm 50th Anniversary variant cover treatment. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: July 21 The High Republic Adventures #6 Darth Vader #14 War of the Bounty Hunters — Jabba the Hutt #1 (One-Shot) July 28 Star Wars #15 Star Wars Adventures #7 The High Republic #7 Aug. 4 Bounty Hunters #15 War of the Bounty Hunters: 4-LOM & Zuckuss #1 (One-Shot) Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Marvel Years, Vol. 5 TPB Aug. 11 The High Republic #8 War of the Bounty Hunters #3 (of 5) The Monster of Temple Peak #1 (of 4) Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 2, “The Engine Job” TPB Aug. 14 (Free Comic Book Day) Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue The High Republic: The Edge of Balance/Guardians of the Whills FCBD Issue Aug. 18 Star Wars Adventures #8 Star Wars #16 The High Republic Adventures #7 The High Republic, Vol. 1, “There Is No Fear” TPB Aug. 25 Darth Vader #15 Doctor Aphra #13 Sept. 1 The High Republic Adventures #8 Doctor Aphra #14 The High Republic #9 Sept. 8 The High Republic: Edge of Balance (Manga) The Monster of Temple Peak #2 (of 4) War of the Bounty Hunters #4 (of 5) Star Wars Adventures #9 Sept. 15 Darth Vader #16 War of the Bounty Hunters — Boushh #1 Sept. 22 Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #1 (of 5) Bounty Hunters #16 Sept. 29 Star Wars #17 Star Wars Adventures #10 Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #2 (of 5) Oct. 6 Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB Oct. 20 Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus Nov. 3 Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus Nov. 10 War of the Bounty Hunters TPB (Collects Alpha #1, War of the Bounty Hunters 1-5) War of the Bounty Hunters Companion TPB (Collects Jabba, IG-88, Boushh, 4-LOM & Zuckuss) Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #12-16) Star Wars Legends Boba Fett: Blood Ties TPB The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 1, TPB Star Wars Episodes IV-IX Adaptation Box Set (IDW) Nov. 17 Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #13-18) Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “The Light
Wed, July 07, 2021
Episode #242 -- Waiting on a Friend
Bounty Hunters #14 advances not just its role in the War of the Bounty Hunters crossover event, but long-time readers are seeing seeds planted way back in the first arc of the series start to bloom. In Star Wars Adventuers #6, part two of the Padme and Anakin series concludes with a fitting conclusion, while Daniel José Older, Nick Brokenshire and Nattalie Johanna offer up a brief but potent story about The High Republic's Nihil. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: July 14 Doctor Aphra #12 War of the Bounty Hunters #2 (of 5) The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation (IDW) July 21 The High Republic Adventures #6 Darth Vader #14 War of the Bounty Hunters — Jabba the Hutt #1 (One-Shot) July 28 Star Wars #15 Star Wars Adventures #7 The High Republic #7 Aug. 4 Bounty Hunters #15 War of the Bounty Hunters: 4-LOM & Zuckuss #1 (One-Shot) Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Marvel Years, Vol. 5 TPB Aug. 11 The High Republic #8 War of the Bounty Hunters #3 (of 5) The Monster of Temple Peak #1 (of 4) Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 2, “The Engine Job” TPB Aug. 14 (Free Comic Book Day) Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue The High Republic: The Edge of Balance/Guardians of the Whills FCBD Issue Aug. 18 Star Wars Adventures #8 Star Wars #16 The High Republic Adventures #7 The High Republic, Vol. 1, “There Is No Fear” TPB Aug. 25 Darth Vader #15 Doctor Aphra #13 Sept. 1 The High Republic Adventures #8 Doctor Aphra #14 The High Republic #9 Sept. 8 The High Republic: Edge of Balance (Manga) The Monster of Temple Peak #2 (of 4) War of the Bounty Hunters #4 (of 5) Star Wars Adventures #9 Sept. 15 Darth Vader #16 War of the Bounty Hunters — Boushh #1 Sept. 22 Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #1 (of 5) Bounty Hunters #16 Sept. 29 Star Wars #17 Star Wars Adventures #10 Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #2 (of 5) Oct. 6 Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB Oct. 20 Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus Nov. 3 Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus Nov. 10 War of the Bounty Hunters TPB (Collects Alpha #1, War of the Bounty Hunters 1-5) War of the Bounty Hunters Companion TPB (Collects Jabba, IG-88, Boushh, 4-LOM & Zuckuss) Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #12-16) Star Wars Legends Boba Fett: Blood Ties TPB The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 1, TPB Star Wars Episodes IV-IX Adaptation Box Set (IDW) Nov. 17 Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #13-18) Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “The Light & the Dark” TPB Nov. 23 Bounty Hunters, Vol. 3, TPB (Collects #12-17) <
Wed, June 30, 2021
Episode #241 -- We'll Inherit the Earth
It's a pair of pivotal issues from Marvel while IDW's Luke Skywalker-centric The Weapon of a Jedi concludes with a satisfying ending. In Star Wars Adventures #5, which we reviewed in episode #240, a new pair of creative teams proffers entertaining stories about Anakin and Padme and what passes for mentorship in th Empire, at least if you're Wilhuff Tarkin. The High Republic #6 launches a new arc and sees the arrival of artist Georges Jeanty and inker Karl Story. It's a pivotal issue, setting the stage for the arc to come and, we dare say, some intriguing tie-ins to events that writer Cavan Scott revealed in his audiodrama "Dooku: Jedi Lost." Doctor Aphra #11 brings the return of the bounty hunter Durge, but is it the last time we'll see him? Hard to tell with a being that's hard to kill. The issue meshes nicely with the War of the Bounty Hunters crossover event, yet also sets the stage for events to come within the Aphra series itself. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: July 7 Bounty Hunters #14 Star Wars Adventures #6 Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 July 14 Doctor Aphra #12 War of the Bounty Hunters #2 (of 5) The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation (IDW) July 21 The High Republic Adventures #6 Star Wars Adventures #7 Darth Vader #14 War of the Bounty Hunters — Jabba the Hutt #1 (One-Shot) July 28 Star Wars #15 Star Wars Adventures #7 The High Republic #7 Aug. 4 Star Wars Adventures #8 Bounty Hunters #15 War of the Bounty Hunters: 4-LOM & Zuckuss #1 (One-Shot) Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Marvel Years, Vol. 5 TPB Aug. 11 The High Republic #8 War of the Bounty Hunters #3 (of 5) The Monster of Temple Peak #1 (of 4) The High Republic, Vol. 1, “There Is No Fear” TPB Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 2, “The Engine Job” TPB Aug. 14 (Free Comic Book Day) Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue The High Republic: The Edge of Balance/Guardians of the Whills FCBD Issue Aug. 18 Star Wars Adventures #9 Star Wars #16 The High Republic Adventures #7 Aug. 25 Darth Vader #15 Doctor Aphra #13 Sept. 1 Star Wars Adventures #10 The High Republic Adventures #8 Doctor Aphra #14 The High Republic #9 Sept. 8 The High Republic: Edge of Balance (Manga) The Monster of Temple Peak #2 (of 4) War of the Bounty Hunters #4 (of 5) Sept. 15 Darth Vader #16 War of the Bounty Hunters — Boushh #1 Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB Sept. 22 Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #1 (of 5) Bounty Hunters #16 Sept. 29 Star Wars #17 Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #2 (of 5) Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), “The Light & the Dark” TPB Oct. 2
Wed, June 23, 2021
Episode #240 -- Holidays in the Sun
After a lengthy delay, IDW's Star Wars Adventures #5 is finally out, bringing with a fresh crop of writers (Katie Cook and Casey Gilly), along with artists Cara McGee and Butch Mapa, colorists Britanny Peer and Charlie Kirchoff and letterers Jake M. Wood and Johanna Nattalie. Combined, both creative teams deliver a pair of separte yet superb stories, with the first focused on Padme and Anakin and the second on Wilhuff Tarkin who, perhaps seeing his younger self, offers career advice to an up and coming officer in the only way he knows how. In Darth Vader #13, writer Greg Pak, artist Rafelle Ienco, colorist Jason Keith and letter Joe Caramagna provide a tale focused on a newly cowed Sith lord that not only ties into the War of the Bounty Hunters event yet sets the stage for an intriguing power play yet to come. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: June 30 _ Doctor Aphra #11 _ The High Republic #6 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Weapon of a Jedi #2 (of 2) July 7 _ Bounty Hunters #14 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 July 14 _ Doctor Aphra #12 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #2 (of 5) _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation (IDW) July 21 _ The High Republic Adventures #6 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ Darth Vader #14 _ War of the Bounty Hunters — Jabba the Hutt #1 (One-Shot) July 28 _ Star Wars #15 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ The High Republic #7 Aug. 4 _ Star Wars Adventures #8 _ Bounty Hunters #15 _ War of the Bounty Hunters: 4-LOM & Zuckuss #1 (One-Shot) _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Marvel Years, Vol. 5 TPB Aug. 11 _ The High Republic #8 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #3 (of 5) _ The Monster of Temple Peak #1 (of 4) _ The High Republic, Vol. 1, “There Is No Fear” TPB _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 2, “The Engine Job” TPB Aug. 14 (Free Comic Book Day) _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue _ The High Republic: The Edge of Balance/Guardians of the Whills FCBD Issue Aug. 18 _ Star Wars Adventures #9 _ Star Wars #16 _ The High Republic Adventures #7 Aug. 25 _ Darth Vader #15 _ Doctor Aphra #13 Sept. 1 _ Star Wars Adventures #10 _ The High Republic Adventures #8 _ Doctor Aphra #14 _ The High Republic #9 Sept. 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance (Manga) _ The Monster of Temple Peak #2 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #4 (of 5) Sept. 15 _ Darth Vader #16 _ War of the Bounty Hunters — Boushh #1 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB Sept. 22 _ Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #1 (of 5) _ Bounty Hunters #16 Sept. 29 _ Star Wars #17 _ Ghosts of Vader’s Castle #2
Wed, June 16, 2021
Episode #239 -- Epitaph for My Heart
Choices are made in the pages of IDW's The High Republic Adventures #5 as the first arc concludes in a deftly crafted tale that sets the stage for even more intrigue to come, while in Star Wars #14, it's a matter of craftiness and trust as Leia aims for Han, while Lando is playing it cool and cautious. In news, Greg Pak, the writer of Darth Vader, is nominated for his work on that series and a limited-edition cover for Star Wars (Vol. 2) #1 is available again thanks to a surprise find. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: June 23 _ Darth Vader #13 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Into the Fire” TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 4 June 30 _ Doctor Aphra #11 _ The High Republic #6 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Weapon of a Jedi #2 (of 2) July 7 _ Bounty Hunters #14 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 July 14 _ Doctor Aphra #12 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #2 (of 5) _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation (IDW) July 21 _ The High Republic Adventures #6 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ Darth Vader #14 _ War of the Bounty Hunters — Jabba the Hutt #1 (One-Shot) July 28 _ Star Wars #15 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ The High Republic #7 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Marvel Years, Vol. 5 TPB Aug. 4 _ Star Wars Adventures #8 _ Bounty Hunters #15 _ War of the Bounty Hunters: 4-LOM & Zuckuss #1 (One-Shot) _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 2, “The Engine Job” TPB Aug. 11 _ The High Republic #8 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #3 (of 5) _ The Monster of Temple Peak #1 (of 4) _ The High Republic, Vol. 1, “There Is No Fear” TPB Aug. 14 (Free Comic Book Day) _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue _ The High Republic: The Edge of Balance/Guardians of the Whills FCBD Issue Aug. 18 _ Star Wars Adventures #9 _ Star Wars #16 _ The High Republic Adventures #7 Aug. 25 _ Darth Vader #15 _ Doctor Aphra #13 Sept. 1 _ Star Wars Adventures #10 Sept. 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance (Manga) _ Star Wars Rebels Manga, Vol. 2 Sept. 15 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB Sept. 29 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), “The Light & the Dark” TPB Oct. 20 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus Oct. 26 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #12-16) Oct. 27 _ The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 1, TPB _ Star Wars Episodes IV-IX Adaptation Box Set (IDW) Nov. 3 _ Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus Nov. 9 _ War of the Bounty Hunters TPB (Collects Alpha #1, War of the Bounty Hunters
Wed, June 09, 2021
Episode #238 -- Pancho and Lefty
With the War of the Bounty Hunters in full effect, the view turns toward Chewbacca and C-3PO on Nar Shadda as they strive to find Han Solo while Valance and Dengar, an unlikely pair if ever there was, are in similar pursuit. What follows is a clashing of wills and brute force that may lead to an uneasy partnership in pursuit of a greater goal. Collectors take note: If you're into first appearances, the final page will certainly be of interest to you. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: June 16 _ Star Wars #14 _ The High Republic Adventures #5 June 23 _ Darth Vader #13 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Into the Fire” TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 4 June 30 _ Doctor Aphra #11 _ The High Republic #6 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Weapon of a Jedi #2 (of 2) July 7 _ Bounty Hunters #14 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 July 14 _ Doctor Aphra #12 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #2 (of 5) _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation (IDW) July 21 _ The High Republic Adventures #6 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ Darth Vader #14 _ War of the Bounty Hunters — Jabba the Hutt #1 (One-Shot) July 28 _ Star Wars #15 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ The High Republic #7 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Marvel Years, Vol. 5 TPB Aug. 4 _ Star Wars Adventures #8 _ Bounty Hunters #15 _ War of the Bounty Hunters: 4-LOM & Zuckuss #1 (One-Shot) _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 2, “The Engine Job” TPB Aug. 11 _ The High Republic #8 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #3 (of 5) _ The Monster of Temple Peak #1 (of 4) _ The High Republic, Vol. 1, “There Is No Fear” TPB Aug. 14 (FREE COMIC BOOK DAY) _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue _ The High Republic: The Edge of Balance/Guardians of the Whills FCBD Issue Aug. 18 _ Star Wars Adventures #9 _ Star Wars #16 _ The High Republic Adventures #7 Aug. 25 _ Darth Vader #15 _ Doctor Aphra #13 Sept. 1 _ Star Wars Adventures #10 Sept. 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance (Manga) _ Star Wars Rebels Manga, Vol. 2 Sept. 15 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB Sept. 29 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), “The Light & the Dark” TPB Oct. 20 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus Oct. 26 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #12-16) Oct. 27 _ The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 1, TPB _ Star Wars Episodes IV-IX Adaptation Box Set (IDW) Nov. 3 _ Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus Nov. 9 _ War of the Bounty Hunters TPB (C
Wed, June 02, 2021
Episode #237 -- Rose Arcana
After months of hype and promotion, a one shot followed by four prelude issues, the War of the Bounty Hunters is here as the first of the five-issue mini-series drops what may arguably be the biggest bombshell in Star Wars comics. The 36-page issue by Charles Soule, Luke Ross, Neeraj Menon and Travis Lanham careens across the galaxy, enveloping and ensnaring a host of familiar faces -- some not seen for awhile -- in a gripping story that holds no punches and leaves no one unscathed. In news, we talk about Marvel's planned The High Republic mini-series "The Trail of Shadows," along with the one-week delay in IDW's The High Republic Adventures #5. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: June 9 _ Bounty Hunters #13 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 (2nd Printing) _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 2, “Target Valance” TPB June 16 _ Star Wars #14 _ The High Republic Adventures #5 June 23 _ Darth Vader #13 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Into the Fire” TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 4 June 30 _ Doctor Aphra #11 _ The High Republic #6 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Weapon of a Jedi #2 (of 2) July 7 _ Bounty Hunters #14 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 July 14 _ Doctor Aphra #12 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #2 (of 5) _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation (IDW) July 21 _ The High Republic Adventures #6 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ Darth Vader #14 _ War of the Bounty Hunters — Jabba the Hutt #1 (One-Shot) July 28 _ Star Wars #15 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ The High Republic #7 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Marvel Years, Vol. 5 TPB Aug. 4 _ Star Wars Adventures #8 _ Bounty Hunters #15 _ War of the Bounty Hunters: 4-LOM & Zuckuss #1 (One-Shot) _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 2, “The Engine Job” TPB Aug. 11 _ The High Republic #8 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #3 (of 5) _ The Monster of Temple Peak #1 (of 4) _ The High Republic, Vol. 1, “There Is No Fear” TPB Aug. 14 (Free Comic Book Day) _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue _ The High Republic: The Edge of Balance/Guardians of the Whills FCBD Issue Aug. 18 _ Star Wars Adventures #9 _ Star Wars #16 _ The High Republic Adventures #7 Aug. 25 _ Darth Vader #15 _ Doctor Aphra #13 Sept. 1 _ Star Wars Adventures #10 Sept. 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance (Manga) _ Star Wars Rebels Manga, Vol. 2 Sept. 15 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB Sept. 29 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), “The Light & the Dark” TPB Oct. 20 _ Darth V
Wed, May 26, 2021
Episode #236 -- All I Need Is a Miracle
The prelude to War of the Bounty Hunters continues and concludes as Darth Vader #12 and Doctor Aphra #10 move the final pieces into position ahead of next week's launch of the five-issue War of the Bounty Hunters mini-series. In IDW's U.S. reprint of the adaptation of the four-issue Weapon of a Jedi, Luke is on a mission that will help define his place within not just the Rebellion, but the Jedi lore, too. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: June 2 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #1 June 9 _ Bounty Hunters #13 _ The High Republic Adventures #5 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 (2nd Printing) _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 2, “Target Valance” TPB June 16 _ Star Wars #14 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 June 23 _ Darth Vader #13 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Into the Fire” TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 4 June 30 _ Doctor Aphra #11 _ The High Republic #6 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Weapon of a Jedi #2 (of 2) July 7 _ Bounty Hunters #14 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation (IDW) July 14 _ Doctor Aphra #12 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #2 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation (IDW) July 21 _ The High Republic Adventures #6 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ Darth Vader #14 _ War of the Bounty Hunters — Jabba the Hutt #1 (One-Shot) July 28 _ Star Wars #15 _ The High Republic #7 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Marvel Years, Vol. 5 TPB _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 2, “The Engine Job” TPB Aug. 4 _ War of the Bounty Hunters: 4-LOM & Zuckuss One-Shot _ Star Wars Adventures #8 _ Bounty Hunters #15 Aug. 11 _ The High Republic: The Monster of Temple Peak #1 (of 4) _ The High Republic #8 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #3 _ The High Republic, Vol. 1, “There Is No Fear” TPB Aug. 14 _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue _ The High Republic: The Edge of Balance/Guardians of the Whills FCBD Issue Aug. 18 _ Star Wars #16 _ Star Wars Adventures #9 _ The High Republic Adventures #7 Aug. 25 _ Darth Vader #15 _ Doctor Aphra #13 Sept. 1 _ Star Wars Adventures #10 Sept. 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance Manga _ Star Wars Rebels Manga, Vol. 2 Sept. 15 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB Sept. 29 _ Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), “The Light & the Dark” TPB Oct. 20 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus Oct. 26 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #12-16) Oct.
Wed, May 19, 2021
Episode #235 -- Academy Fight Song
Four books out today but we're discussing only Bounty Hunters #12, but don't let that detract the achievement that is three separate issues of The High Republic (1, 2 and 3) reaching their 5th, 4th and 3rd printings, respectively. The latest issue of Bounty Hunters builds up some connective tissue as to the relationship between Valance and Han Solo, which goes back to their Imperial academy days, as well as sets another brick in the path toward the War of the Bounty Hunters crossover. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: May 26 _ Darth Vader #12 _ Doctor Aphra #10 _ Star Wars Adventures: Weapon of a Jedi (1 of 2) June 2 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #1 June 9 _ Bounty Hunters #13 _ The High Republic Adventures #5 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 (2nd Printing) _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 2, “Target Valance” TPB June 16 _ Star Wars #14 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 June 23 _ Darth Vader #13 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Into the Fire” TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 4 June 30 _ Doctor Aphra #11 _ The High Republic #6 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Weapon of a Jedi #2 (of 2) July 7 _ Bounty Hunters #14 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation (IDW) July 14 _ Doctor Aphra #12 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #2 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation (IDW) July 21 _ The High Republic Adventures #6 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ Darth Vader #14 _ War of the Bounty Hunters — Jabba the Hutt #1 (One-Shot) July 28 _ Star Wars #15 _ The High Republic #7 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Marvel Years, Vol. 5 TPB _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 2, “The Engine Job” TPB Aug. 4 _ Star Wars Adventures #8 Aug. 11 _ The High Republic, Vol. 1, “There Is No Fear” TPB Aug. 14 _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue _ The High Republic: The Edge of Balance/Guardians of the Whills FCBD Issue Aug. 18 _ Star Wars Adventures #9 Sept. 1 _ Star Wars Adventures #10 Sept. 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance Manga _ Star Wars Rebels Manga, Vol. 2 Sept. 15 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB Sept. 29 _ Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), “The Light & the Dark” TPB Oct. 20 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus Oct. 26 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #12-16) Oct. 27 _ The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 1, TPB _ Star Wars Episodes IV-IX Adaptation Box Set (IDW) Nov. 9 _ War
Wed, May 12, 2021
Episode #234 -- Somewhere That's Green
The Nihil. The Drengir. The Hutts. The High Republic #5 has enough action and story that it feels like a double issue, yet it's not. In Star Wars #13, Luke and Chewbacca follow a tip from a face not seen since Solo: A Star Wars Story about Boba Fett but find themselves outnumbered, outgunned and out of time. As for news, we talk about the retcon of Kanan: The Last Padawan and note that War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 is going to a second printing. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: May 19 _ Bounty Hunters #12 _ The High Republic #1 (5th Printing) _ The High Republic #2 (4th Printing) _ The High Republic #3 (3rd Printing) May 26 _ Darth Vader #12 _ Doctor Aphra #10 _ Star Wars Adventures: Weapon of a Jedi (1 of 2) June 2 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #1 June 9 _ Bounty Hunters #13 _ The High Republic Adventures #5 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 (2nd Printing) _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 2, “Target Valance” TPB June 16 _ Star Wars #14 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 June 23 _ Darth Vader #13 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Into the Fire” TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 4 June 30 _ Doctor Aphra #11 _ The High Republic #6 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Weapon of a Jedi #2 (of 2) July 7 _ Bounty Hunters #14 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation (IDW) July 14 _ Doctor Aphra #12 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #2 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation (IDW) July 21 _ The High Republic Adventures #6 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ Darth Vader #14 _ War of the Bounty Hunters — Jabba the Hutt #1 (One-Shot) July 28 _ Star Wars #15 _ The High Republic #7 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Marvel Years, Vol. 5 TPB _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 2, “The Engine Job” TPB Aug. 4 _ Star Wars Adventures #8 Aug. 11 _ The High Republic, Vol. 1, “There Is No Fear” TPB Aug. 14 _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue _ The High Republic: The Edge of Balance/Guardians of the Whills FCBD Issue Aug. 18 _ Star Wars Adventures #9 Sept. 1 _ Star Wars Adventures #10 Sept. 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance Manga _ Star Wars Rebels Manga, Vol. 2 Sept. 15 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB Sept. 29 _ Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), “The Light & the Dark” TPB Oct. 20 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus Oct. 26 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #12-16)<br
Wed, May 05, 2021
Episode #233 -- Will the Wolf Survive?
The Jedi padawans careen toward a confrontation with the Nihil in the pages of The High Republic Adventures #4 and Marvel's much-hyped War of the Bounty Hunters summer crossover event begins with the Alpha one-shot to stet the stage for what's set to be a six-month-long story. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: May 12 _ Star Wars #13 _ The High Republic #5 May 19 _ Bounty Hunters #12 _ The High Republic #1 (5th Printing) _ The High Republic #2 (4th Printing) _ The High Republic #3 (3rd Printing) May 26 _ Darth Vader #12 _ Doctor Aphra #10 _ Star Wars Adventures: Weapon of a Jedi (1 of 2) June 2 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #1 June 9 _ The High Republic Adventures #5 _ Bounty Hunters #13 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 2, “Target Valance” TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 4 June 16 _ Star Wars #14 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #1 (2nd Printing) _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 4 June 23 _ Darth Vader #13 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Into the Fire” TPB June 30 _ Doctor Aphra #11 _ The High Republic #6 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Weapon of a Jedi #2 (of 2) July 7 _ Bounty Hunters #14 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation (IDW) July 14 _ Doctor Aphra #12 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #2 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation (IDW) July 21 _ The High Republic Adventures #6 _ Darth Vader #14 _ War of the Bounty Hunters — Jabba the Hutt #1 (One-Shot) _ Star Wars Adventures #8 July 28 _ Star Wars #15 _ The High Republic #7 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Marvel Years, Vol. 5 TPB _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 2, “The Engine Job” TPB Aug. 4 _ Star Wars Adventures #9 Aug. 11 _ The High Republic, Vol. 1, “There Is No Fear” TPB Aug. 14 _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue _ The High Republic: The Edge of Balance/Guardians of the Whills FCBD Issue Sept. 1 _ Star Wars Adventures #10 Sept. 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance Manga _ Star Wars Rebels Manga, Vol. 2 Sept. 15 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB Sept. 29 _ Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), “The Light & the Dark” TPB Oct. 20 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus Oct. 26 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 3 TPB (Collects #12-16) Oct. 27 _ The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 1, TPB _ Star War
Wed, April 28, 2021
Episode #232 -- Triple Stage Darkness
Exegol. Darth Vader makes his stand against Palpatine and the stakes couldn't be higher. Though we know how it all eventually will come to pass, that does nothing to deter from the fast-paced, dark-plumbed story that envelops madness, hubris and redemption in the pages of Darth Vader #11. In news, Andrew Winegarner has completed his fan adaption of the leaked script for "Duel of the Fates" (https://bit.ly/3xxVcH2) and it's a great read from start to finish. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: April 28 _ Darth Vader #11 _ The Empire Strikes Back — The 40th Anniversary Covers by Chris Sprouse #1 May 5 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 (Director’s Cut) _ The High Republic Adventures #4 _ Guardian of the Whills: The Manga May 12 _ Star Wars #13 _ The High Republic #5 May 19 _ Bounty Hunters #12 May 26 _ Darth Vader #12 _ Doctor Aphra #10 _ Star Wars Adventures: Weapon of a Jedi (1 of 2) _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 4 June 2 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #1 _ The High Republic Adventures #5 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 June 9 _ Bounty Hunters #13 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 2, “Target Valance” TPB June 16 _ Star Wars #14 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 June 23 _ Darth Vader #13 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Into the Fire” TPB June 30 _ Doctor Aphra #11 _ The High Republic #6 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Weapon of a Jedi #2 (of 2) July 7 _ Bounty Hunters #14 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 July 14 _ Doctor Aphra #12 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #2 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW July 21 _ The High Republic Adventures #6 _ Darth Vader #14 _ War of the Bounty Hunters — Jabba the Hutt #1 (One-Shot) _ Star Wars Adventures #8 July 28 _ Star Wars #15 _ The High Republic #7 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Marvel Years, Vol. 5 TPB _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 2, “The Engine Job” TPB Aug. 4 _ Star Wars Adventures #9 Aug. 11 _ The High Republic, Vol. 1, “There Is No Fear” TPB Aug. 14 _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue _ The High Republic: The Edge of Balance/Guardians of the Whills FCBD Issue Sept. 1 _ Star Wars Adventures #10 Sept. 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance Manga Sept. 15 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB Sept. 29 _ Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), “The Light & the Dark” TPB Oct. 20
Wed, April 21, 2021
Episode #231 -- Take the Money and Run
Doctor Aphra and Sana Starros come one step closer to finding out just what kind of technology is being employed in a revolutionary drive (Hello, Nihil!) and Domina Tagge isn't about to let some upstart undo all of her hard-won Imperial contracts. It's a showdown, with Vukorah dead center, as commerce, espionage and, gasp, saving lives (even the Rebellion) start to collide and combine in the pages of Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #9. In news, Heather Antos is returning to Star Wars as a new senior editor at IDW, while the War of the Bounty Hunters is setting itself up to be a rather extensive summerlong event. Speaking of which, the number of variants for May 5's War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 one-shot is growing ever larger. Want to track down a particular cover by a particular artist for sale by a particular store? Visit Fantha Tracks (https://bit.ly/32y7xwU) or Jedi Bibliothek (https://bit.ly/2RIu1c8) to see the latest covers and spend that money. We also break down the move to make The High Republic: The Monster of Temple Peak a four-issue mini-series from IDW instead of a graphic novel (though it will be collected as a trade so there's your graphic novel). Upcoming Star Wars Comics: April 28 _ Darth Vader #11 _ The Empire Strikes Back — The 40th Anniversary Covers by Chris Sprouse #1 May 5 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 (Director’s Cut) _ The High Republic Adventures #4 _ Guardian of the Whills: The Manga May 12 _ Star Wars #13 _ The High Republic #5 May 19 _ Bounty Hunters #12 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 May 26 _ Darth Vader #12 _ Doctor Aphra #10 _ Star Wars Adventures: Weapon of a Jedi (1 of 2) _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 4 June 2 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #1 _ The High Republic Adventures #5 June 9 _ Bounty Hunters #13 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 2, “Target Valance” TPB June 16 _ Star Wars #14 June 23 _ Darth Vader #13 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Into the Fire” TPB June 30 _ Doctor Aphra #11 _ The High Republic #6 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Weapon of a Jedi #2 (of 2) July 7 _ Star Wars #15 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 July 14 _ Darth Vader #14 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW July 21 _ Doctor Aphra #12 _ Star Wars Adventures #8 July 28 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 2, “The Engine Job” TPB Aug. 4 _ Star Wars Adventures #9 Aug. 11 _ The High Republic, Vol. 1 TPB Aug. 14 _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue<br
Wed, April 14, 2021
Episode #230 -- The Hunter Gets Captured by the Game
We've got an almost one-and-done Bossk story in Bounty Hunters #11, but it sets the stage nicely for the start of May's "War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha one-shot" and the subsequent crossover that will touch each issue of each Star Wars comic title in May, June and, perhaps, even in July and beyond. This week's news includes: _ Your Money Geek's annual top 10 Star Wars Podcast Awards vote is still live. (https://bit.ly/3sX25z1). There's more than 60 podcasts listed, so be sure to vote. _ Artist John Cassaday is doing a five-issue connected cover for the War of the Bounty Hunters five-issue mini series. _ New Star Wars comics on Marvel Unlimited in April include the High Republic #1 and Star Wars (Vol. 3) #10 the week of April 12; Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #9 the week of April 19; and Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #7 the week of April 26. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: April 21 _ Doctor Aphra #9 April 28 _ Darth Vader #11 _ The Empire Strikes Back — The 40th Anniversary Covers by Chris Sprouse #1 May 5 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 (Director’s Cut) _ The High Republic Adventures #4 _ Guardian of the Whills: The Manga May 12 _ Star Wars #13 _ The High Republic #5 May 19 _ Bounty Hunters #12 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 May 26 _ Darth Vader #12 _ Doctor Aphra #10 _ Star Wars Adventures: Weapon of a Jedi (1 of 2) _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 4 June 2 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #1 _ The High Republic Adventures #5 June 9 _ Bounty Hunters #13 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 2, “Target Valance” TPB June 16 _ Star Wars #14 June 23 _ Darth Vader #13 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Into the Fire” TPB June 30 _ Doctor Aphra #11 _ The High Republic #6 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Weapon of a Jedi #2 (of 2) July 7 _ Star Wars #15 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 July 14 _ Darth Vader #14 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW July 21 _ Doctor Aphra #12 _ Star Wars Adventures #8 July 28 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 2, “The Engine Job” TPB Aug. 4 _ Star Wars Adventures #9 Aug. 11 _ The High Republic, Vol. 1 TPB Aug. 14 _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue _ The High Republic: The Edge of Balance/Guardians of the Whills FCBD Issue Sept. 1 _ Star Wars Adventures #10 Sept. 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance Manga Sept. 15 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run TPB Sept. 2
Wed, April 07, 2021
Episode #229 -- La flor de la Canela
We're in The High Republic era on this week's episode as betrayal takes center page in both IDW's The High Republic Adventures #3 and Marvel's The High Republic #4, with both issues featuring massive beasts new and old, hard decisions and questionable outcomes. This week's news includes: _ Your Money Geek's annual top 10 Star Wars Podcast Awards vote (https://bit.ly/3sX25z1). Don't look for us among the 60 podcasts listed. We didn't even score a nomination. _ Check StarWars.com daily as the hype for May's start of the War of the Bounty Hunters crossover event steps up with daily Giuseppe Camuncoli variant covers and culminates in the reveal of a new War of the Bounty Hunters one-shot on Friday, along with a look at Steve McNiven's sketchbook for War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1, which is out May 5, as well as peaks at the more than 40 variant covers planned for that issue. _ Artist Joshua "Sway" Swaby notes that his cover for Doctor Aphra #9 will be his last for the series. It features colors by Rachelle Rosenberg. _ In comic-collecting news, Dark Horse Comics' Star Wars: The Clone Wars #1 special edition sold for $8,100 at Heritage Auctions on April 4. The book was slabbed and graded a stellar 9.8. _ New Star Wars comics on Marvel Unlimited in April include the High Republic #1 and Star Wars (Vol. 3) #10 the week of April 12; Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #9 the week of April 19; and Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #7 the week of April 26. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: April 14 _ Bounty Hunters #11 April 21 _ Doctor Aphra #9 April 28 _ Darth Vader #11 _ The Empire Strikes Back — The 40th Anniversary Covers by Chris Sprouse #1 May 5 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 (Director’s Cut) _ The High Republic Adventures #4 _ Guardian of the Whills: The Manga May 12 _ Star Wars #13 _ The High Republic #5 May 19 _ Bounty Hunters #12 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 May 26 _ Darth Vader #12 _ Doctor Aphra #10 _ Star Wars Adventures: Weapon of a Jedi (1 of 2) _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 4 June 2 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #1 _ The High Republic Adventures #5 June 9 _ Bounty Hunters #13 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 2, “Target Valance” TPB June 16 _ Star Wars #14 June 23 _ Darth Vader #13 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Into the Fire” TPB June 30 _ Doctor Aphra #11 _ The High Republic #6 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Weapon of a Jedi #2 (of 2) July 7 _ Star Wars #15 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 July 14 _ Darth Vader #14 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adapt
Wed, March 31, 2021
Episode #228 -- Duel of the Fates
No new Star Wars comics out this week, yet that doesn't mean we've got nothing to discuss. This week's episode is an interview with Andrew Winegarner who took it upon himself to adapt the leaked script for Star Wars IX by dismissed director Colin Trevorrow and writer Derek Connolly. Winegarner hasn't held back, delivering six issues of the seven-issue adaptation (the final issue is on its way), telling a story that feels natural and, as Jeff put it, "very much like a Star Wars story." The comic can be read online (https://bit.ly/39subuu) and its time well spent. You can find out more about Winegarner or follow him on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3czRmoo). Upcoming Star Wars comics include: April 7 _ The High Republic #4 _ The High Republic Adventures #3 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Operation Starlight” TPB _ Doctor Aphra Audiodrama Novel April 14 _ Bounty Hunters #11 April 21 _ Doctor Aphra #9 April 28 _ Darth Vader #11 _ The Empire Strikes Back — The 40th Anniversary Covers by Chris Sprouse #1 May 5 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 (Director’s Cut) _ The High Republic Adventures #4 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 _ Guardian of the Whills: The Manga May 12 _ Star Wars #13 _ The High Republic #5 May 19 _ Bounty Hunters #12 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 May 26 _ Darth Vader #12 _ Doctor Aphra #10 _ Star Wars Adventures: Weapon of a Jedi (1 of 2) _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 4 June 2 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #1 _ The High Republic Adventures #5 June 9 _ Bounty Hunters #13 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 2, “Target Valance” TPB June 16 _ Star Wars #14 June 23 _ Darth Vader #13 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), “The Light & the Dark” TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Into the Fire” TPB June 30 _ Doctor Aphra #11 _ The High Republic #6 _ Star Wars Adventures #8 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Weapon of a Jedi #2 (of 2) July 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW July 14 _ NONE July 21 _ Star Wars Adventures #9 July 28 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 2, “The Engine Job” TPB Aug. 4 _ TBD Aug. 14 _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue _ The High Republic: The Edge of Balance/Guardians of the Whills FCBD Issue Aug. 18 _ Star Wars Adventures #10 Aug. 25 _ TBD Sept. 29 _ Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus Aug. 12 _ The High Republic, Vol. 1 TPB Sept. 8 _
Wed, March 24, 2021
Episode #227 -- The Great Red Dragon and the Woman Clothed in Sun
Jeff does his level-best Jackée Harry impression to the start the show and for that we beg your forgiveness. Thankfully, we make up for it -- we hope -- by breaking down the two stories in this week's Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #4 as well as Doctor Aphra #8 that has us wondering if writer Alyssa Wong is a fan of Thomas Harris novels. In news, we break down June's solicits from Marvel and IDW, including our thoughts on whether War of the Bounty Hunters could extend into July's Star Wars comics, along with Marvel's plans for Pride variants on June's Star Wars comics issues. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: March 31 _ The High Republic #2 (3rd Printing) _ The High Republic #3 (2nd Printing) April 7 _ The High Republic #4 _ The High Republic Adventures #3 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Operation Starlight” TPB _ Doctor Aphra Audiodrama Novel April 14 _ Bounty Hunters #11 April 21 _ Doctor Aphra #9 April 28 _ Darth Vader #11 _ The Empire Strikes Back — The 40th Anniversary Covers by Chris Sprouse #1 May 5 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 (Director’s Cut) _ The High Republic Adventures #4 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 _ Guardian of the Whills: The Manga May 12 _ Star Wars #13 _ The High Republic #5 May 19 _ Bounty Hunters #12 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 May 26 _ Darth Vader #12 _ Doctor Aphra #10 _ Star Wars Adventures: Weapon of a Jedi (1 of 2) _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 4 June 2 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #1 _ The High Republic Adventures #5 June 9 _ Bounty Hunters #13 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 2, “Target Valance” TPB June 16 _ Star Wars #14 June 23 _ Darth Vader #13 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), “The Light & the Dark” TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Into the Fire” TPB June 30 _ Doctor Aphra #11 _ The High Republic #6 _ Star Wars Adventures #8 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Weapon of a Jedi #2 (of 2) July 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW July 14 _ NONE July 21 _ Star Wars Adventures #9 July 28 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 2, “The Engine Job” TPB Aug. 4 _ TBD Aug. 14 _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue _ The High Republic: The Edge of Balance/Guardians of the Whills FCBD Issue Aug. 18 _ Star Wars Adventures #10 Aug. 25 _ TBD Sept. 29 _ Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus Aug. 12 _ The High Republic, Vol. 1 TPB
Wed, March 17, 2021
Episode #226 -- Blackleg Miner
Beilert Valance once questioned whether Han Solo could ever be dedicated to anything beyond himself. Now, he's experiencing that feeling firsthand and finding the answer is somewhat perplexing. Upcoming Star Wars comics: March 24 _ Doctor Aphra #8 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 March 31 _ The High Republic #2 (3rd Printing) _ The High Republic #3 (2nd Printing) April 7 _ The High Republic #4 _ The High Republic Adventures #3 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Operation Starlight” TPB April 14 _ Bounty Hunters #11 April 21 _ Doctor Aphra #9 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 April 28 _ Darth Vader #11 _ The Empire Strikes Back — The 40th Anniversary Covers by Chris Sprouse #1 May 5 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 (Director’s Cut) _ The High Republic Adventures #4 _ Guardian of the Whills: The Manga May 12 _ Star Wars #13 _ The High Republic #5 May 19 _ Bounty Hunters #12 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 May 26 _ Darth Vader #12 _ Doctor Aphra #10 _ Star Wars Adventures: Weapon of a Jedi (1 of 2) _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 4 June 2 _ War of the Bounty Hunters #1 June 8 _ The High Republic: Edge of Balance, Vol. 1 June 9 _ Bounty Hunters #13 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 2, “Target Valance” TPB June 16 _ Star Wars #14 June 23 _ Darth Vader #13 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), “The Light & the Dark” TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Into the Fire” TPB June 30 _ Doctor Aphra #11 _ The High Republic #6 _ Star Wars Adventures #8 July 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW July 21 _ Star Wars Adventures #9 July 28 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 2, “The Engine Job” TPB Aug. 14 _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue _ The High Republic: The Edge of Balance/Guardians of the Whills FCBD Issue Sept. 29 _ Star Wars Legends: Rise of the Sith Omnibus Aug. 12 _ The High Republic, Vol. 1 TPB Oct. 20 _ Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Omnibus Oct. 27 _ The High Republic Adventures, Vol. 1, TPB Dec. 7 _ Attack of the Clones Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW
Wed, March 10, 2021
Episode #225 -- In Spite of Ourselves
It's a rare treat to get a one-and-done story in any comic these days, yet that's exactly what we have in the pages of Marvel's Star Wars (Vol. 3) #12, as Leia Organa and Kes Dameron recount to each other how they fell in love with Shara Bey and Han Solo. It's a well-paced issue that lets Charles Soule revisit, in a sense, the ties between Poe Dameron and Gen. Organa in his Poe Dameron series, while also adding more background to the relationship between Poe's parents. It concludes nicely, setting the stage for the next chapter in the "Operation Starlight Arc." In news, we discuss recently announced plans for omnibus collections featuring Darth Vader (Vol. 2) as well as the Legends-era Rise of the Sith that collects several mini-series and stories published by Dark Horse Comics. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: March 17 _ Bounty Hunters #10 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 _ The High Republic #1 (4th Printing) March 24 _ Doctor Aphra #8 March 31 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 _ The High Republic #2 (3rd Printing) _ The High Republic #3 (2nd Printing) April 7 _ The High Republic #4 _ The High Republic Adventures #3 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Operation Starlight” TPB April 14 _ Bounty Hunters #11 April 21 _ Doctor Aphra #9 April 28 _ Darth Vader #11 _ The Empire Strikes Back — The 40th Anniversary Covers by Chris Sprouse #1 May 5 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 (Director’s Cut) _ The High Republic Adventures #4 _ Guardian of the Whills: The Manga May 12 _ Star Wars #13 _ The High Republic #5 May 19 _ Bounty Hunters #12 May 26 _ Darth Vader #12 _ Doctor Aphra #10 _ Star Wars Adventures: Weapon of a Jedi (1 of 2) _ Star Wars Adventures #9 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 4 June _ War of the Bounty Hunters #1 June 9 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 2, “Target Valance” TPB June 23 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), “The Light & the Dark” TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Into the Fire” TPB July 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Dec. 7 _ Attack of the Clones Graphic Novel Adaptation (IDW) Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, March 03, 2021
Episode #224 -- In the Flat Field
The High Republic stories in comics continue, drawing distinctly separate yet parallel events into focus as this latest era in Star Wars storytelling continues its brisk pace forward. This week's episode examines the loss of childhood friendship in The High Republic Adventures #2 from IDW as Marchion Ro's dominance takes root, while in Marvel's The High Republic #3, the Drengir's evil is unveiled and Master Sskeer slides deeper into darkness. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: March 10 _ Star Wars #12 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: “The New Republic,” Vol. 5 TPB _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC March 17 _ Bounty Hunters #10 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 _ The High Republic #1 (4th Printing) March 24 _ Doctor Aphra #8 March 31 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 _ The High Republic #2 (3rd Printing) _ The High Republic #3 (2nd Printing) April 7 _ The High Republic #4 _ The High Republic Adventures #3 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Operation Starlight” TPB April 14 _ Bounty Hunters #11 April 21 _ Doctor Aphra #9 April 28 _ Darth Vader #11 _ The Empire Strikes Back — The 40th Anniversary Covers by Chris Sprouse #1 May 5 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 (Director’s Cut) _ The High Republic Adventures #4 _ Guardian of the Whills: The Manga May 12 _ Star Wars #13 _ The High Republic #5 May 19 _ Bounty Hunters #12 May 26 _ Darth Vader #12 _ Doctor Aphra #10 _ Star Wars Adventures: Weapon of a Jedi (1 of 2) _ Star Wars Adventures #9 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 4 June _ War of the Bounty Hunters #1 June 9 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 2, “Target Valance” TPB June 23 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), “The Light & the Dark” TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Into the Fire” TPB July 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, February 24, 2021
Episode #223 -- War of the Bounty Hunters
No new Star Wars comics this week, save for the 2nd printing of Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #7, but we're delving into the announced crossover event, War of the Bounty Hunters, that starts in May across all of Marvel's comics, save for The High Republic #5, and then sees a five-issue mini-series launching in June. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: March 3 _ The High Republic #3 _ The High Republic Adventures #2 _ The High Republic #2 (2nd Printing) _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) March 10 _ Star Wars #12 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: “The New Republic,” Vol. 5 TPB _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC March 17 _ Bounty Hunters #10 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 _ The High Republic #1 (4th Printing) March 24 _ Doctor Aphra #8 March 31 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 April 7 _ The High Republic #4 _ The High Republic Adventures #3 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Operation Starlight” TPB April 14 _ Bounty Hunters #11 April 21 _ Doctor Aphra #9 April 28 _ Darth Vader #11 _ The Empire Strikes Back — The 40th Anniversary Covers by Chris Sprouse #1 May 5 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 (Director’s Cut) _ The High Republic Adventures #4 _ Guardian of the Whills: The Manga May 12 _ Star Wars #13 _ The High Republic #5 May 19 _ Bounty Hunters #12 May 26 _ Darth Vader #12 _ Doctor Aphra #10 _ Star Wars Adventures: Weapon of a Jedi (1 of 2) _ Star Wars Adventures #9 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 4 June _ War of the Bounty Hunters #1 June 9 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 2, “Target Valance” TPB June 23 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), “The Light & the Dark” TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Into the Fire” TPB July 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Thu, February 18, 2021
Episode #222 -- Ario Anindito, The High Republic, Star Wars, Statues and More
Star Wars: The High Republic has made the leap from notional idea to actual concept, powered to life by a consortium of creatives worldwide in comics, books and so much more yet to come. Marvel's The High Republic series is drawing critical and consumer acclaim, with the first issue going to three printings (as of this podcast's release), no small feat. Part of that is due to Ario Anindito's fluid yet precise illustrations that soar to life with Mark Morales' inks and Annalisa Leoni's color artistry. Anindito joined us to talk about his comics-making history, love of Star Wars, what it meant to him when he was asked to take part in a new, secret Star Wars comic and what his plans are for The High Republic moving forward. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Feb. 24 _ Doctor Aphra #7 (2nd Printing) March 3 _ The High Republic #3 _ The High Republic Adventures #2 _ The High Republic #2 (2nd Printing) _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) March 10 _ Star Wars #12 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: “The New Republic,” Vol. 5 TPB _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC March 17 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 _ Bounty Hunters #10 _ The High Republic #1 (4th Printing) March 24 _ Doctor Aphra #8 March 31 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 April 7 _ The High Republic #4 _ The High Republic Adventures #3 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Operation Starlight” TPB April 14 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 _ Bounty Hunters #11 April 21 _ Doctor Aphra #9 April 28 _ Darth Vader #11 _ The Empire Strikes Back — The 40th Anniversary Covers by Chris Sprouse #1 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 May 5 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 (Director’s Cut) _ The High Republic Adventures #4 _ Star Wars Adventures #8 _ Guardian of the Whills: The Manga May 12 _ Star Wars #13 _ The High Republic #5 May 19 _ Bounty Hunters #12 May 26 _ Darth Vader #12 _ Doctor Aphra #10 _ Star Wars Adventures: Weapon of a Jedi (1 of 2) _ Star Wars Adventures #9 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic, Vol. 4 June _ War of the Bounty Hunters #1 June 9 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 2, “Target Valance” TPB June 23 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), “The Light & the Dark” TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Into the Fire” TPB July 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, February 17, 2021
Episode #221 -- Daniel José Older Talks High Republic Adventures, Star Wars and Storytelling
Despite no new comics this week, we sat down with Daniel José Older to talk about the launch of Star Wars: The High Republic Adventure series at IDW, the art of storytelling and so much more. The author of "Last Shot," the upcoming "Race to Crashpoint Tower," "Flood City," as well as the "Dactyl Hill Squad" and "Shadowshaper" series of books, Older is always an engaging conversationalist who melds his real-life experiences into a fictional tapestry of storytelling. (Photo by John Midgley) Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Feb. 24 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 _ Doctor Aphra #7 (2nd Printing) March 3 _ The High Republic #3 _ The High Republic Adventures #2 _ The High Republic #2 (2nd Printing) _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) March 10 _ Star Wars #12 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: “The New Republic,” Vol. 5 TPB _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC March 17 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 _ Bounty Hunters #10 _ The High Republic #1 (4th Printing) March 24 _ Doctor Aphra #8 March 31 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 April 7 _ The High Republic #4 _ The High Republic Adventures #3 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Operation Starlight” TPB April 14 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ Bounty Hunters #11 April 21 _ Doctor Aphra #9 April 28 _ Darth Vader #11 _ The Empire Strikes Back — The 40th Anniversary Covers by Chris Sprouse #1 May 5 _ War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha #1 _ Star Wars Adventures #8 _ The High Republic #5 June _ War of the Bounty Hunters #1 June 9 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 2, “Target Valance” TPB June 23 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), “The Light & the Dark” TPB July 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, February 10, 2021
Episode #220 -- Red Sector A
Beware Vader of the summa-verminoth. It's eye is all knowing and so is it's mind. Darth Vader #10 takes the Sith Lord well on his way toward Exegol and sets the stage for a melding of the Original and Sequel Trilogies lore in an issue hurtling to a nefarious finish. In news, the Doctor Aphra omnibus is pushed back, but only by a week, and even more store-exclusive variants for The High Republic series are in the offing. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Feb. 17 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 2, “Unexpected Detours” TPB (New Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 4, “Smuggler’s Blues” TPB (New Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 6, “Flight of the Falcon” TPB (New Printing) Feb. 24 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 _ Doctor Aphra #7 (2nd Printing) March 3 _ The High Republic #3 _ The High Republic Adventures #2 _ The High Republic #2 (2nd Printing) _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: “The New Republic,” Vol. 5 TPB March 10 _ Star Wars #12 March 17 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 _ Bounty Hunters #10 March 24 _ Doctor Aphra #8 March 31 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 April 7 _ The High Republic #4 _ The High Republic Adventures #3 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Tarkin’s Will/Operation Starlight” TPB April 14 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ Bounty Hunters #11 April 21 _ Doctor Aphra #9 April 28 _ Darth Vader #11 _ The Empire Strikes Back — The 40th Anniversary Covers by Chris Sprouse #1 May 5 _ Star Wars Adventures #8 _ The High Republic #5 June 9 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 2, “Target Valance” TPB June 23 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2), “The Light & the Dark” TPB July 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, February 03, 2021
Episode #219 -- I've Never Been to Me
The High Republic takes center stage with not one but two issues based in that era, including the debut of IDW's The High Republic Adventures #1, a book that we believe is the perfect synthesis of writer, illustrator, colorist, letterer and editor that ushers in a new storytelling dynamic for the medium. In Marvel's The High Republic #2, there's an ominous undercurrent of dread from start to finish as readers delve delicately deeper into Sskeer's history while Keeve Trennis contends with her first mission as a Jedi Knight. Fans of the Prequel Trilogy era will be enamored of Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #3, which features a pair of stories featuring Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi in a Life Day adventure, while the backup sees Maul build up his Crimson Dawn with the help of Savage Opress. Finally, in Star Wars (Vol. 3) #11, Starlight Squadron faces a critical decision while Lando and Lobot come to a startingly revelation. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Feb. 10 _ Darth Vader #10 _ The High Republic #1 (3rd Printing) _ Star Wars Insider #200 (Peach Momoko Cover) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 1, “Heroes of the Galaxy” TPB (New Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 3, “Endangered” TPB (New Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 5, “Mechanical Mayhem” TPB (New Printing) Feb. 17 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 2, “Unexpected Detours” TPB (New Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 4, “Smuggler’s Blues” TPB (New Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 6, “Flight of the Falcon” TPB (New Printing) Feb. 24 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 _ Doctor Aphra #7 (2nd Printing) _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: “The New Republic,” Vol. 5 TPB March 3 _ The High Republic #3 _ The High Republic Adventures #2 _ The High Republic #2 (2nd Printing) _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) March 10 _ Star Wars #12 March 17 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 _ Bounty Hunters #10 March 24 _ Doctor Aphra #8 March 31 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 April 7 _ The High Republic #4 _ The High Republic Adventures #3 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Tarkin’s Will” TPB April 14 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ Bounty Hunters #11 April 21 _ Doctor Aphra #9 April 28 _ Darth Vader #11 _ The Empire Strikes Back — The 40th Anniversary Covers by Chris Sprouse #1 May 5 _ Star Wars Adventures #8 _ The High Republic #5 June _ Star Wars Adventures: “The Light and the Dark” TPB July 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW
Wed, January 27, 2021
Episode #218 -- Demolition Man
Bounty Hunters #9 returns a character whose last outing wrought a public furor, while in Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler's Run #2, Han and Chewbacca make their mark with a lot of help from new friends. In news, we discuss the likelihood of The High Republic #1 debuting atop January's top-selling list, publishing pauses and tease an upcoming interview. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Feb. 3 _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures #1 _ Star Wars #11 _ The High Republic #2 _ Star Wars Adventures #3 Feb. 10 _ Darth Vader #10 _ The High Republic #1 (3rd Printing) _ Star Wars Insider #200 (Peach Momoko Cover) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 1, “Heroes of the Galaxy” TPB (New Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 3, “Endangered” TPB (New Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 5, “Mechanical Mayhem” TPB (New Printing) Feb. 17 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 2, “Unexpected Detours” TPB (New Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 4, “Smuggler’s Blues” TPB (New Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 6, “Flight of the Falcon” TPB (New Printing) Feb. 24 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 _ Doctor Aphra #7 2nd Printing _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: “The New Republic,” Vol. 5 TPB March 3 _ The High Republic #3 _ The High Republic Adventures #2 _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) March 10 _ Star Wars #12 March 17 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 _ Bounty Hunters #10 March 24 _ Doctor Aphra #8 March 31 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 April 7 _ The High Republic #4 _ The High Republic Adventures #3 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Tarkin’s Will” TPB April 14 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ Bounty Hunters #11 April 21 _ Doctor Aphra #9 April 28 _ Darth Vader #11 _ The Empire Strikes Back — The 40th Anniversary Covers by Chris Sprouse #1 May 5 _ Star Wars Adventures #8 July 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, January 20, 2021
Episode #217 -- Temporarily Lucy
Anytime a Star Wars comic pairs Doctor Aphra and Sana Starros you know it's going to be laden with action, verbal sparring and some simmering tension. Doctor Aphra #7 is no exception, with new artist Minkyu Jung's illustrations, inked by Victor Olazaba and colored by Rachelle Rosenberg, providing some fluid and intense detail. Coupled with Joe Caramagna's lettering that bring Alyssa Wong's script to life, and it's a rollicking story with a helluva cliffhanger. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Jan. 27 _ Bounty Hunters #9 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run #2 (of 2) _ The High Republic #1 (2nd Printing) _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “Fortune and Fate” TPB _ Beware Vader’s Castle (Collects Tales From Vader’s Castle and Return to Vader’s Castle mini-series) HC _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, “Rise of the Wookiees” TPB _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB Feb. 3 _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures #1 _ Star Wars #11 _ The High Republic #2 _ Star Wars Adventures #3 Feb. 10 _ Darth Vader #10 _ The High Republic #1 (3rd Printing) _ Star Wars Insider #200 (Peach Momoko Cover) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 1, “Heroes of the Galaxy” TPB (New Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 3, “Endangered” TPB (New Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 5, “Mechanical Mayhem” TPB (New Printing) Feb. 17 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 2, “Unexpected Detours” TPB (New Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 4, “Smuggler’s Blues” TPB (New Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 6, “Flight of the Falcon” TPB (New Printing) Feb. 24 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: “The New Republic,” Vol. 5 TPB March 3 _ The High Republic #3 _ The High Republic Adventures #2 _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) March 10 _ Star Wars #12 March 17 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 _ Bounty Hunters #10 March 24 _ Doctor Aphra #8 March 31 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 April 7 _ The High Republic #4 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Tarkin’s Will” TPB April 14 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 July 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW
Wed, January 13, 2021
Episode #216 -- As the World Falls Down
In the pages of Darth Vader #9, Ochi of Bestoon tries to curtail Vader's credibility, but can the droid pirates he's enlisted help him finish the job? It's an issue filled with fisticuffs and more Sequel Trilogy era artifacts and planets. In news, The High Republic #1 is going to a third printing and demand for IDW's Feb. 3 release of The High Republic Adventures #1 is gaining steam, with readers and collectors eying the issue. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Jan. 20 _ Doctor Aphra #7 Jan. 27 _ Bounty Hunters #9 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run #2 (of 2) _ The High Republic #1 (2nd Printing) _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “Fortune and Fate” TPB _ Beware Vader’s Castle (Collects Tales From Vader’s Castle and Return to Vader’s Castle mini-series) HC _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, “Rise of the Wookiees” TPB _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB Feb. 3 _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures #1 _ Star Wars #11 _ The High Republic #2 _ Star Wars Adventures #3 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 (TBD) Feb. 10 _ Darth Vader #10 _ The High Republic #1 (3rd Printing) _ Star Wars Insider #200 (Peach Momoko Cover) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 1, “Heroes of the Galaxy” TPB (New Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 3, “Endangered” TPB (New Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 5, “Mechanical Mayhem” TPB (New Printing) Feb. 17 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 (TBD) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 2, “Unexpected Detours” TPB (New Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 4, “Smuggler’s Blues” TPB (New Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 6, “Flight of the Falcon” TPB (New Printing) Feb. 24 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: “The New Republic,” Vol. 5 TPB March 3 _ The High Republic #3 _ The High Republic Adventures #2 _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) March 10 _ Star Wars #12 March 17 _ Bounty Hunters #10 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 March 24 _ Doctor Aphra #8 April 7 _ The High Republic #4 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Tarkin’s Will” TPB July 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW
Wed, January 06, 2021
Episode #215 -- History Lesson Part 2
The High Republic arrives with a well-crafted, well-paced debut issue that opens the door to a new era of Star Wars storytelling. In Star Wars #10, old friends from the Poe Dameron and Princess Leia comics, the Rebels TV show and the Original Trilogy (Hi, Wedge!) find themselves alone in space, without backup or friends in a tightly-paced issue that had so much story we had to check that it was only 22 pages or so. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Jan. 13 _ Darth Vader #9 Jan. 20 _ Doctor Aphra #7 Jan. 27 _ Bounty Hunters #9 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run #2 (of 2) _ The High Republic #1 (2nd Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures #3 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “Fortune and Fate” TPB _ Beware Vader’s Castle (Collects Tales From Vader’s Castle and Return to Vader’s Castle mini-series) HC _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, “Rise of the Wookiees” TPB _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB Feb. 3 _ The High Republic Adventures #1 _ Star Wars #11 _ The High Republic #2 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 Feb. 10 _ Darth Vader #10 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW _ Star Wars Insider #200 (Peach Momoko Cover) Feb. 17 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 (TBD) _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 2, “Unexpected Detours” TPB (New Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 4, “Smuggler’s Blues” TPB (New Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 6, “Flight of the Falcon” TPB (New Printing) Feb. 24 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: “The New Republic,” Vol. 5 TPB March 3 _ The High Republic #3 _ The High Republic Adventures #2 March 10 _ Star Wars #12 March 17 _ Bounty Hunters #10 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 March 24 _ Doctor Aphra #8 April 7 _ The High Republic #4 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Tarkin’s Will” TPB July 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, December 30, 2020
Episode #214 -- The Harvey Tolibao End-of-2020 Interview Spectacular
We thought it apt for our final episode of 2020 to end the year by looking forward to 2021 and the upcoming Star Wars event, The High Republic, in a wide ranging yet remarkably spoiler-free interview with artist Harvey Tolibao (https://twitter.com/harveytolibao/), who's illustrating IDW's The High Republic Adventures. Tolibao talks about how he was tapped to illustrate the IDW series, his excitement and how he's adapting to being involved in this next major step for Star Wars. We also delve into his comics history, efforts at education and outreach, his studio (www.behance.net/htmstudios) and the rich history of Filipino creatives and comics. It's no secret that Lucasfilm and Disney's High Republic Era is poised to launch a new epoch of Star Wars storytelling. The effort is taking root across books, short stories, novellas and of course comics, with two separate yet interlinked titles from Marvel (Star Wars: The High Republic starting Jan. 6) and IDW (Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures starting Feb. 3). Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Jan. 6 _ Star Wars #10 _ Star Wars: The High Republic #1 _ Darth Vader #7 (2nd Printing) Jan. 13 _ Darth Vader #9 _ Star Wars Adventures #3 Jan. 20 _ Doctor Aphra #7 Jan. 27 _ Bounty Hunters #9 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run #2 (of 2) _ Star Wars: The High Republic #1 (2nd Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures #4 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “Fortune and Fate” TPB _ Beware Vader’s Castle (Collects Tales From Vader’s Castle and Return to Vader’s Castle mini-series) HC _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, “Rise of the Wookiees” TPB _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB Feb. 3 _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures #1 _ Star Wars #11 _ Star Wars: The High Republic #2 Feb. 10 _ Darth Vader #10 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW _ Star Wars Insider #200 (Peach Momoko Cover) Feb. 17 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) Feb. 24 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: “The New Republic,” Vol. 5 TPB March 3 _ Star Wars: The High Republic #3 _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures #2 March 10 _ Star Wars #12 March 17 _ Bounty Hunters #10 _ Star Wars Adventures #7 March 24 _ Doctor Aphra #8 April 7 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Tarkin’s Will” TPB July 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, December 23, 2020
Episode #213 -- I Ain't Livin' Long Like This
Marvel's Bounty Hunters steps into a new story arc that, despite all odds, manages to draw in characters from The Mandalorian and The Force Awakens while calling back to prior events in the Han Solo: Imperial Cadet mini-series. The story, by Ethan J. Sacks, Paolo Villanelli, Arif Prianto and Travis Lanham doesn't skip a beat in what's proven to be Marvel's most kinetic Star Wars comics title. From IDW comes Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler's Run #1, the first of a two-part mini-series that adapts the Greg Rucka novella of the same name and is itself a reprint of the four-issue series that was published in Germany. Adapted by Alec Worley, illustrated by Ingo Römling, lettered by Amauri Osorio and translated by Edward Gauvin, it's a rousing story about Han Solo and Chewbacca on a mission to recover a Rebel asset at Princess Leia's behest. We loved the art and the exposition and are eager for issue #2. As for news, it's all The High Republic all the time, what with new covers, a 2nd printing for issue #1 announced before the 1st printing is even released, and more. Upcoming Star Wars comics: Dec. 30 _ Star Wars Adventures #3 Jan. 6 _ Star Wars #10 _ Star Wars: The High Republic #1 _ Darth Vader #7 (2nd Printing) Jan. 13 _ Darth Vader #9 Jan. 20 _ Doctor Aphra #7 Jan. 27 _ Bounty Hunters #9 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run #2 (of 2) _ Star Wars: The High Republic #1 (2nd Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures #4 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “Fortune and Fate” TPB _ Beware Vader’s Castle (Collects Tales From Vader’s Castle and Return to Vader’s Castle mini-series) HC _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, “Rise of the Wookiees” TPB _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB Feb. 3 _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures #1 _ Star Wars #11 _ Star Wars: The High Republic #2 Feb. 10 _ Darth Vader #10 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW _ Star Wars Insider #200 (Peach Momoko Cover) Feb. 17 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) Feb. 24 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: “The New Republic,” Vol. 5 TPB March 3 _ Star Wars: The High Republic #3 March 10 _ Star Wars #12 March 17 _ Bounty Hunters #10 March 24 _ Doctor Aphra #8 April 7 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Tarkin’s Will” TPB July 7 _ Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 1 Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, December 16, 2020
Episode #212 -- Fretless
Darth Vader goes David Lynch in the striking and nebulous #8 as Anakin Skywalker confronts his past failures while trying to shore up his future existence. Adding to the uncertainty are the Sequel Trilogy-introduced characters Ochi of Bestoon as well as Webbish Bog, who's all about questions and not answers. In news, more cover reveals for January's Star Wars: The High Republic, as advance reorders underly what's expected to be robust demand for Marvel's debut issue. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Dec. 23 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run #1 _ Bounty Hunters #8 Dec. 30 _ Star Wars Adventures #3 Jan. 6 _ Star Wars #10 _ Star Wars: The High Republic #1 _ Darth Vader #7 (2nd Printing) Jan. 13 _ Darth Vader #9 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 Jan. 20 _ Doctor Aphra #7 Jan. 27 _ Bounty Hunters #9 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run #2 (of 2) _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “Fortune and Fate” TPB _ Beware Vader’s Castle (Collects Tales From Vader’s Castle and Return to Vader’s Castle mini-series) HC _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, “Rise of the Wookiees” TPB _ The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB Feb. 3 _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures #1 _ Star Wars #11 _ Star Wars: The High Republic #2 Feb. 10 _ Darth Vader #10 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Feb. 17 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) Feb. 24 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: “The New Republic,” Vol. 5 TPB April 7 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Tarkin’s Will” TPB Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW Announced But Marked Canceled by the Publisher _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation by Marvel (5-issue mini-series)
Wed, December 09, 2020
Episode #211 -- The Stars We Are
With the release of Marvel's Star Wars (Vol. 3) #9, the series begins a new three-issue arc dubbed "Operation Starlight." The Charles Soule-written, Jan Bazaldua-illustrated, Rachelle Rosenberg-colored and Clayton Cowles-lettered issue sets the stage for a desperate gambit by the Rebellion to preserve what's left of their codes and, in the process, restore a long-dead language back to the galaxy. It's evocative of not just World War II's Navajo codetalkers, but also shows how desperate times call for desperate measures. In news, we examine October's sales stats, new variants for January's launch of Marvel's Star Wars: The High Republic series and more. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Dec. 16 _ Darth Vader #8 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 1, “Heroes of the Galaxy” TPB _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 3, “Endangered” TPB _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 5, “Mechanical Mayhem” TPB Dec. 23 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run #1 _ Bounty Hunters #8 Dec. 30 _ Star Wars Adventures #3 Jan. 6 _ Star Wars #10 _ Star Wars: The High Republic #1 _ Darth Vader #7 (2nd Printing) Jan. 13 _ Darth Vader #9 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 Jan. 20 _ Doctor Aphra #7 Jan. 27 _ Bounty Hunters #9 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run #2 (of 2) _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “Fortune and Fate” TPB _ Beware Vader’s Castle (Collects Tales From Vader’s Castle and Return to Vader’s Castle mini-series) HC _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, “Rise of the Wookiees” TPB _ The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB Feb. 3 _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures #1 _ Star Wars #11 _ Star Wars: The High Republic #2 Feb. 10 _ Darth Vader #10 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Feb. 17 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) Feb. 24 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: “The New Republic,” Vol. 5 TPB April 7 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Tarkin’s Will” TPB Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW Announced But Marked Canceled by the Publisher _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation by Marvel (5-issue mini-series)
Wed, December 02, 2020
Episode #210 -- Bounty Hunter
There's no new Star Wars comics from Marvel or DC yet there's still plenty to discuss. We're joined this episode by Jedi Geek Girl, whose "I, Rebel" podcast (https://irebeldestiny.com/) is great listening. Our topic? It's Billy's Comics' "Bootleg Special #1," a fan-made comic in progress that focuses on bounty hunter Boba Fett's struggles with the Predators. Yes, you read that right. We saw the four-page preview that Bill's been working on and were immediately intrigued. We think you will be, too. You can check out Bill's short preview of the planned one-shot here: https://bit.ly/36vB9h7, and peruse his full website at https://billyscomics.com/. Follow him on Instagram at https://bit.ly/2JsBoRk. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Dec. 9 _ Star Wars #9 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 2, “Unexpected Detour” TPB _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 4, “Smuggler’s Blues” TPB _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 6, “Flight of the Falcon” TPB Dec. 16 _ Darth Vader #8 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 1, “Heroes of the Galaxy” TPB _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 3, “Endangered” TPB _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 5, “Mechanical Mayhem” TPB Dec. 23 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run #1 _ Bounty Hunters #8 Dec. 30 _ Star Wars Adventures #3 Jan. 6 _ Star Wars #10 _ Star Wars: The High Republic #1 _ Star Wars Adventures #3 _ Darth Vader #7 (2nd Printing) Jan. 13 _ Darth Vader #9 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 Jan. 20 _ Doctor Aphra #7 Jan. 27 _ Bounty Hunters #9 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run #2 (of 2) _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, “Fortune and Fate” TPB _ Beware Vader’s Castle (Collects Tales From Vader’s Castle and Return to Vader’s Castle mini-series) HC _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, “Rise of the Wookiees” TPB _ The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB Feb. 3 _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures #1 _ Star Wars #11 _ Star Wars: The High Republic #2 Feb. 10 _ Darth Vader #10 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Feb. 17 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) Feb. 24 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: “The New Republic,” Vol. 5 TPB April 7 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, “Tarkin’s Will” TPB Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW Announced But Marked Canceled by the Publisher _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation by Marvel (5-issue mini-series)
Wed, November 25, 2020
Episode #209 -- Nocturnal Me
Sam Maggs makes her Star Wars comics debut with a Kylo Ren feature in Star Wars Adventures #2 that had no business being as good as it was, while we see the start of a new arc in Doctor Aphra #6, along with new artists Ray-Anthony Height and Robert Gill. In news, it's all about plans for The High Republic Adventures debut in February, along with the decision to hold back Doctor Aphra and Bounty Hunters that month, though both are set for a return in March. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Dec. 2 _ Zero. Zip. Zilch. The big goose egg. Dec. 9 _ Star Wars #9 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 2, “Unexpected Detour” TPB _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 4, “Smuggler’s Blues” TPB _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 6, “Flight of the Falcon” TPB Dec. 16 _ Darth Vader #8 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 1, “Heroes of the Galaxy” TPB _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 3, “Endangered” TPB _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 5, “Mechanical Mayhem” TPB Dec. 23 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run #1 _ Bounty Hunters #8 Dec. 30 _ Star Wars Adventures #3 Jan. 6 _ Star Wars #10 _ Star Wars: The High Republic #1 _ Star Wars Adventures #3 _ Darth Vader #7 2nd Printing Jan. 13 _ Darth Vader #9 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 _ Star Wars Adventures #5 Jan. 20 _ Doctor Aphra #7 Jan. 27 _ Bounty Hunters #9 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run #2 (of 2) _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, "Fortune and Fate" TPB _ Beware Vader’s Castle (Collects Tales From Vader’s Castle and Return to Vader’s Castle mini-series) HC _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, "Rise of the Wookiees" TPB _ The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB Feb. 3 _ Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures #1 _ Star Wars #11 _ Star Wars: The High Republic #2 Feb. 10 _ Darth Vader #10 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Feb. 17 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) Feb. 24 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC April 7 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 2, Tarkin’s Will TPB Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation by Marvel (5-issue mini-series) _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, November 18, 2020
Episode #208 -- Jack Names the Planets
Two new Star Wars comics are out today and we're reveling in the bounteous bounty of ... bounty hunters! Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020, often delayed, proved to be worth the wait, with a pair of edgier, slightly more mature stories that felt right at home in the Star Wars comics from '77-'86 -- there is no higher compliment, by the way -- while Bounty Hunters #7 proves that Bielert Valance is a much more complex character than we ever thought he could be. Hear why, the latest news and more on this week's episode and then come visit us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/swsplashpagepod or Facebook at www.facebook.com/swsplashpagepod. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Nov. 25 _ Doctor Aphra #6 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 1: Galaxy’s Deadliest TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: Dark Heart of the Sith TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 1 TPB Dec. 2 _ TBD Dec. 9 _ Star Wars #9 Dec. 16 _ Darth Vader #8 _ Star Wars Adventures #2 (Maybe, who knows really?) Dec. 23 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run #1 _ Bounty Hunters #8 Dec. 30 _ TBD Jan. 6 _ Star Wars #10 _ Star Wars: The High Republic #1 _ Star Wars Adventures #3 Jan. 13 _ Darth Vader #9 Jan. 20 _ Doctor Aphra #7 Jan. 27 _ Bounty Hunters #9 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, Rise of the Wookiees TPB _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, Fortune and Fate TPB _ Beware Vader’s Castle (Collects Tales From Vader’s Castle and Return to Vader’s Castle mini-series) HC _ The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB February _ Star Wars: The High Republic from IDW (Date TBD) Feb. 10 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Feb. 17 _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) Feb. 24 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation by Marvel (5-issue mini-series) _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, November 11, 2020
Episode #207 -- Haven't Got Time for the Pain
A single book this week, yet it's a doozy, with Marvel's Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #7 melding more about Darth Vader's past and present with a future he wasn't around to see yet helped to influence widely. We've also got news about Marvel's High Republic, more John Tyler Christopher action-figure variants and more. Come visit us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/swsplashpagepod or Facebook at www.facebook.com/swsplashpagepod. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Nov. 18 _ Bounty Hunters #7 _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 _ Star Wars Adventures #2 _ Darth Vader #6 2nd Printing _ Star Wars #7 2nd Printing Nov. 25 _ Doctor Aphra #6 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 1: Galaxy’s Deadliest TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: Dark Heart of the Sith TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 1 TPB Dec. 2 _ TBD Dec. 9 _ Star Wars #9 Dec. 16 _ Darth Vader #8 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, Rise of the Wookiees TPB Dec. 23 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run #1 _ Bounty Hunters #8 Dec. 30 _ TBD Jan. 6 _ Star Wars #10 _ Star Wars: The High Republic #1 _ Star Wars Adventures #3 Jan. 13 _ Darth Vader #9 _ The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB Jan. 20 _ Doctor Aphra #7 Jan. 27 _ Bounty Hunters #9 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, Fortune and Fate TPB _ Beware Vader’s Castle (Collects Tales From Vader’s Castle and Return to Vader’s Castle mini-series) HC February _ Star Wars: The High Republic from IDW (Date TBD) Feb. 10 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Feb. 17 _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) Feb. 24 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation by Marvel (5-issue mini-series) _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, November 04, 2020
Episode #206 -- Every Woman in the World
Three new Star Wars comics out this week, including the latest foray into horror with IDW's Shadows of Vader's Castle one-shot and the second and final part of the Zahra story in Star Wars #8. All we can say, in the briefest way possible is this: Immensely good storytelling abounds in both with stories that thread the timeline and feature not just callbacks to events of previous issues, but oh so much more. Give them a read before listening and you'll see what we mean. Come visit us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/swsplashpagepod or Facebook at www.facebook.com/swsplashpagepod. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Nov. 11 _ Darth Vader #7 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: The Destiny Path TPB _ Star Wars Rebels, Vol. 1 (Manga from Yen Press) Nov. 18 _ Bounty Hunters #7 _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 _ Star Wars Adventures #2 _ Darth Vader #6 2nd Printing _ Star Wars #7 2nd Printing Nov. 25 _ Doctor Aphra #6 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 1: Galaxy’s Deadliest TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: Dark Heart of the Sith TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 1 TPB Dec. 2 _ TBD Dec. 9 _ Star Wars #9 Dec. 16 _ Darth Vader #8 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, Rise of the Wookiees TPB Dec. 23 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run #1 _ Bounty Hunters #8 Dec. 30 _ TBD Jan. 6 _ Star Wars #10 _ Star Wars: The High Republic #1 _ Star Wars Adventures #3 Jan. 13 _ Darth Vader #9 _ The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB Jan. 20 _ Doctor Aphra #7 Jan. 27 _ Bounty Hunters #9 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, Fortune and Fate TPB _ Beware Vader’s Castle (Collects Tales From Vader’s Castle and Return to Vader’s Castle mini-series) HC February _ Star Wars: The High Republic from IDW (Date TBD) Feb. 10 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Feb. 17 _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) Feb. 24 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation by Marvel (5-issue mini-series) _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Thu, October 29, 2020
Episode #205 -- Star Worse -- The Claptrap Interview (Totally Not Mad!)
There was a time when you'd open up the latest issue of Mad magazine and find a wickedly written and cleverly illustrated parody of big-time Hollywood blockbusters, including eight of the nine Skywalker Saga films. Alas the magazine has become a reprint vehicle nowadays, the victim of downsizing and budget cuts. Lost amid this change? Mad's adaptation and satirical take on "The Rise of Skywalker," leaving completists bereft of one final story. But not for long. Tom Richmond and Desmond Devlin, both of whom charted years working for Mad, have undertaken an IndieGogo project -- Claptrap -- (https://bit.ly/2HCz3lk) that aims to expand upon Mad's vast library of film takedowns by adapting several films that, at the time, were overlooked or ignored. We sat down with the pair to discuss what it was like being a part of Mad, what prompted the IndieGogo and just how rich a vein "The Rise of Skywalker" was for a new version of "Mad Goes to the Movies."
Wed, October 28, 2020
Episode #204 -- Tears Run Rings
A conclusion to the first arc that brings to mind the satisfying endings of 1980s Marvel comics brings the fifth issue of Doctor Aphra to its finish, with artist Marika Cresta set to depart and Ray-Anthony Height coming in for #6. In news, we parse news that The High Republic series from Marvel is a six-issue mini-series, per the solicitations in PreviewsWorld, though others say that it, along with IDW's title, are ongoings. There's also news about September "sales" stats, new printings and more. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Nov. 4 _ Star Wars #8 _ Shadow of Vader’s Castle One-Shot _ Star Wars Adventures #2 _ Star Wars Rebels, Vol. 1 (Manga from Yen Press) _ Bounty Hunters #5 2nd Printing Nov. 11 _ Darth Vader #7 _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: The Destiny Path TPB Nov. 18 _ Bounty Hunters #7 _ Darth Vader #6 2nd Printing _ Star Wars #7 2nd Printing Nov. 25 _ Doctor Aphra #6 _ Star Wars Adventures #3 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 1: Galaxy’s Deadliest TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: Dark Heart of the Sith TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 1 TPB Dec. 2 _ TBD Dec. 9 _ Star Wars #9 Dec. 16 _ Darth Vader #8 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, Rise of the Wookiees TPB Dec. 23 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run #1 _ Bounty Hunters #8 Dec. 30 _ TBD Jan. 6 _ Star Wars #10 _ Star Wars: The High Republic #1 Jan. 13 _ Darth Vader #9 _ The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB Jan. 20 _ Doctor Aphra #7 Jan. 27 _ Bounty Hunters #9 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, Fortune and Fate TPB _ Beware Vader’s Castle (Collects Tales From Vader’s Castle and Return to Vader’s Castle mini-series) HC February _ Star Wars: The High Republic from IDW (Date TBD) Feb. 10 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Feb. 17 _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) Feb. 24 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation by Marvel (5-issue mini-series) _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, October 21, 2020
Episode #203 -- It's Only a Paper Moon
Bounty Hunters returns with a new arc to start issue #6 in a setting that reminds us a classic 1970's film but also brings back a pair of classic bounty hunters, Zuckuss and 4-LOM. And despite what we say in the show, this IS episode #203 not 202. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Oct. 27 _ Leia, Princess of Alderaan, Vol. 1, Manga (Hope Yen Press) Oct. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #5 _ From the Journals of Obi-Wan Kenobi TPB Nov. 4 _ Star Wars #8 _ Shadow of Vader’s Castle One-Shot _ Star Wars Adventures #2 _ Star Wars Rebels, Vol. 1 (Manga from Yen Press) _ Bounty Hunters #5 2nd Printing Nov. 11 _ Darth Vader #7 _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: The Destiny Path TPB Nov. 18 _ Bounty Hunters #7 _ Darth Vader #6 2nd Printing _ Star Wars #7 2nd Printing Nov. 25 _ Doctor Aphra #6 _ Star Wars Adventures #3 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 1: Galaxy’s Deadliest TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: Dark Heart of the Sith TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 1 TPB Dec. 2 _ TBD Dec. 9 _ Star Wars #9 Dec. 16 _ Darth Vader #8 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, Rise of the Wookiees TPB Dec. 23 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run #1 _ Bounty Hunters #8 Dec. 30 _ The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB January _ Star Wars #10 _ Darth Vader #9 _ Bounty Hunters #9 Jan. 20 _ Doctor Aphra #7 Jan. 27 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, Fortune and Fate TPB _ Beware Vader’s Castle (Collects Tales From Vader’s Castle and Return to Vader’s Castle mini-series) HC February _ Star Wars: The High Republic from IDW (Date TBD) Feb. 10 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Feb. 17 _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) Feb. 24 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC
Fri, October 16, 2020
Episode #202 -- IG-88's '57 Chevy (The Nick Brokenshire Interview Episode)
We're joined by writer and artist Nick Brokenshire to talk about his work on Star Wars Adventures, past, present and future, as well as his other projects. We also delve into his band, Blues Harvest, and learn that David Prowse digs their music and Julian Glover thought it was too loud. It's an engaging interview that's sure to surprise you. Check out Nick's body of work by way of his web site (https://nickbrokenshire.co.uk/) as well as issues of IDW's Star Wars Adventures comics, including Volumes 1 and 2.
Wed, October 14, 2020
Episode #201 -- Master and Servant
Just one issue this episode, but Darth Vader #6 is an exercise in the use of force and dominance to bend one's will -- or, in this case, to rebend it. The start of a new arc, it's a fast-paced page-turner of an issue, focusing on the lengths that Emperor Palpatine is willing to go to ensure Darth Vader is brought to heel. The issue also delivers the promised Sequel Trilogy content, too, a surprise that was offset by last week's January solicits. In news, we look to January's Star Wars comics, update on the latest scheduling changes at IDW and more. Upcoming Star Wars comics, include: Oct. 21 _ Bounty Hunters #6 Oct. 27 _ Leia, Princess of Alderaan, Vol. 1, Manga (Hope Yen Press) Oct. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #5 _ From the Journals of Obi-Wan Kenobi TPB Nov. 4 _ Star Wars #8 _ Shadow of Vader’s Castle One-Shot _ Star Wars Adventures #2 _ Star Wars Rebels, Vol. 1 (Manga from Yen Press) _ Bounty Hunters #5 2nd Printing Nov. 11 _ Darth Vader #7 _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: The Destiny Path TPB Nov. 18 _ Bounty Hunters #7 Nov. 25 _ Doctor Aphra #6 _ Star Wars Adventures #3 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 1: Galaxy’s Deadliest TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: Dark Heart of the Sith TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 1 TPB Dec. 2 _ TBD Dec. 9 _ Star Wars #9 Dec. 16 _ Darth Vader #8 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, Rise of the Wookiees TPB Dec. 23 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run #1 _ Bounty Hunters #8 Dec. 30 _ Beware Vader’s Castle (Collects Tales From Vader’s Castle and Return to Vader’s Castle mini-series) HC _ The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB January _ Star Wars #10 _ Doctor Aphra #7 _ Darth Vader #9 _ Bounty Hunters #9 Jan. 27 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, Fortune and Fate TPB February _ Star Wars: The High Republic from IDW (Date TBD) Feb. 10 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Feb. 17 _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) Feb. 24 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics : _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation by Marvel (5-issue mini-series) _ The High Republic series from Marvel _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, October 07, 2020
Episode #200 -- And a She-Wolf After the War
A new start for Star Wars Adventures and a new arc in Marvel's flagship Star Wars as we officially mark 200 episodes of talking about Star Wars comics week in and week out. (Is anybody out there?) Our discussion about the relaunch of Star Wars Adventures is an abbreviated one, given we'll have a full review with the Young Padawans in an episode to come shortly, but we like what we see, with the Sequel Trilogy-era getting the red-carpet treatment in a story featuring Rey, Finn and Poe. We're also digging the Tales of Villainy backup, too, and marveled at the new look at the Imperial attack on Echo Base that was seen in The Empire Strikes Back. As for Star Wars #7, there are clever nods to events to come and those that have already happened (hello Poe Dameron #30 and hi there upcoming High Republic comics!), not to mention a deliciously woven story that calls back to the Tarkin novel. In news, we look at the dueling sales charts for August from Diamond and Comichron, along with scheduling changes to some IDW titles. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Oct. 14 _ Darth Vader #6 Oct. 21 _ Star Wars Adventures #2 _ Bounty Hunters #6 _ Shadow of Vader’s Castle One-Shot Oct. 27 _ Leia, Princess of Alderaan, Vol. 1, Manga (Hope Yen Press) Oct. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #5 _ From the Journals of Obi-Wan Kenobi TPB Nov. 4 _ Star Wars #8 _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 _ Star Wars Rebels, Vol. 1 (Manga from Yen Press) _ Bounty Hunters #5 2nd Printing Nov. 11 _ Darth Vader #7 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: The Destiny Path TPB Nov. 18 _ Bounty Hunters #7 Nov. 25 _ Doctor Aphra #6 _ Star Wars Adventures #3 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 1: Galaxy’s Deadliest TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: Dark Heart of the Sith TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 1 TPB Dec. 2 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 Dec. 9 _ Star Wars #9 Dec. 16 _ Darth Vader #8 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, Rise of the Wookiees TPB Dec. 23 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run #1 _ Bounty Hunters #8 Dec. 30 _ Doctor Aphra #7 _ Beware Vader’s Castle (Collects Tales From Vader’s Castle and Return to Vader’s Castle mini-series) HC _ The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB Jan. 27 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, Fortune and Fate TPB February _ Star Wars: The High Republic from IDW (Date TBD) Feb. 10 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Feb. 17 _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) Feb. 24 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation by Marvel (5-issue mini
Wed, September 30, 2020
Episode #199 -- As the Bell Rings the Maypole Spins
The Clone Wars -- Battle Tales comes to its conclusion after five issues and we're hoping that the series ends up becoming a semi-regular offering, much like IDW did with Vader's Castle. Doctor Aphra reaches the penultimate issue of its first arc with issue #4 in a story that was brimming with excitement and engaging themes, leaving us eager for #5 as we await the conclusion. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Oct. 7 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #1 _ Star Wars #7 _ Leia, Princess of Alderaan, Vol. 1, Manga (Hope Yen Press) Oct. 14 _ Darth Vader #6 Oct. 21 _ Star Wars Adventures #2 _ Bounty Hunters #6 _ Shadow of Vader’s Castle One-Shot Oct. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #5 _ From the Journals of Obi-Wan Kenobi TPB Nov. 4 _ Star Wars #8 _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 _ Star Wars Rebels, Vol. 1 (Manga from Yen Press) Nov. 11 _ Darth Vader #7 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: The Destiny Path TPB Nov. 18 _ Bounty Hunters #7 Nov. 25 _ Doctor Aphra #6 _ Star Wars Adventures #3 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 1: Galaxy’s Deadliest TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: Dark Heart of the Sith TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 1 TPB _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) Dec. 2 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 Dec. 9 _ Star Wars #9 _ The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB Dec. 16 _ Darth Vader #8 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, Rise of the Wookiees TPB Dec. 23 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run #1 _ Bounty Hunters #8 Dec. 30 _ Doctor Aphra #7 _ Beware Vader’s Castle (Collects Tales From Vader’s Castle and Return to Vader’s Castle mini-series) HC Jan. 27 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, Fortune and Fate TPB February _ Star Wars: The High Republic from IDW (Date TBD) Feb. 10 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Feb. 24 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation by Marvel (5-issue mini-series) _ The High Republic series from Marvel _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, September 23, 2020
Episode #198 -- Lions and Tigers
Today's episode centers on Marvel's Star Wars: Bounty Hunters #5, an action-oriented romp sure to appeal to fans of Boba Fett as the first arc of the series comes to a conclusion, albeit, in our minds, one issue too soon. While not as controversial as the preceding issue, this one's likely to cause some consternation. Yet the story does come full circle as the antagonist turned protagonist Nakano Lash lays bare why she turned the initial outing by herself, Valance, Boba Fett, Bossk and T'ongor into such an explosive mess, even as she girds for a future where she's not around. In news, we're discussing plans for Marvel and IDW's "The High Republic" comics, the pandemic-enveloped sales figures for May, June and July as well as December's Star Wars comics solicits. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Sept. 30 _ Doctor Aphra #4 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #5 Oct. 7 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #1 _ Star Wars #7 _ Leia, Princess of Alderaan, Vol. 1, Manga (Hope Yen Press) Oct. 14 _ Darth Vader #6 _ Shadow of Vader’s Castle One-Shot Oct. 21 _ Star Wars Adventures #2 _ Bounty Hunters #6 Oct. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #5 _ From the Journals of Obi-Wan Kenobi TPB Nov. 4 _ Star Wars #8 _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 _ Star Wars Rebels, Vol. 1 (Manga from Yen Press) Nov. 11 _ Darth Vader #7 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: The Destiny Path TPB Nov. 18 _ Bounty Hunters #7 Nov. 25 _ Doctor Aphra #6 _ Star Wars Adventures #3 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 1: Galaxy’s Deadliest TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: Dark Heart of the Sith TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 1 TPB _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) Dec. 2 _ Star Wars Adventures #4 Dec. 9 _ Star Wars #9 _ The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB Dec. 16 _ Darth Vader #8 _ Bounty Hunters #8 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, Rise of the Wookiees TPB Dec. 23 _ Star Wars Adventures: Smuggler’s Run #1 Dec. 30 _ Doctor Aphra #7 _ Beware Vader’s Castle (Collects Tales From Vader’s Castle and Return to Vader’s Castle mini-series) HC Jan. 27 _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2), Vol. 1, Fortune and Fate TPB February _ Star Wars: The High Republic from IDW (Date TBD) Feb. 10 _ The Phantom Menace Graphic Novel Adaptation from IDW Feb. 24 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation by Marvel (5-issue mini-series) _ The High Republic series from Marvel _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, September 16, 2020
Episode #197 -- J'ai Demandé à la Lune
This week's episode brings us a pair of weighty issues as we conclude the first of Star Wars (Vol. 3) and Darth Vader (Vol. 3) with a pair of issues (#6 and #5, respectively) that meld both the traditional lore of the Star Wars Saga with callouts to 2021's The High Republic era as well and even the 2017 film, The Last Jedi. Each issue takes the fundamental basis of loss, regret and resentment and folds it into something bigger and wide, but without losing sight of the characters' development process. As for news, there's info about the upcoming Marvel High Republic comic series, new release dates of IDW titles and Jim Mello's latest twitter-based short stories (https://twitter.com/astarwarsmoment), Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Sept. 23 _ Bounty Hunters #5 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #5 _ Bounty Hunters #2 (2nd Printing) Sept. 30 _ Doctor Aphra #4 Oct. 7 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #1 _ Star Wars #7 _ Leia, Princess of Alderaan, Vol. 1, Manga (Hope Yen Press) Oct. 14 _ Darth Vader #6 _ Shadow of Vader’s Castle One-Shot Oct. 21 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #2 _ Bounty Hunters #6 Oct. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #5 _ From the Journals of Obi-Wan Kenobi TPB Nov. 4 _ Star Wars #8 _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 _ Star Wars Rebels, Vol. 1 (Manga from Yen Press) Nov. 11 _ Darth Vader #7 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: The Destiny Path TPB Nov. 18 _ Bounty Hunters #7 Nov. 25 _ Doctor Aphra #6 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #3 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 1: Galaxy’s Deadliest TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: Dark Heart of the Sith TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 1 TPB _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) Dec. 9 _ The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB Dec. 16 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, Rise of the Wookiees TPB Dec. 30 _ Beware Vader’s Castle (Collects Tales From Vader’s Castle and Return to Vader’s Castle mini-series) HC Feb. 24 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation by Marvel (5-issue mini-series) _ The High Republic comics from Marvel & IDW _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, September 09, 2020
Episode #196 -- Villa of the Mysteries
Chalk it up to the old chestnut of "Comics everybody!" We had hoped to be discussing the Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 on this episode, given it was due out Sept. 9, but the release date has been pushed back. Instead we do a little housekeeping, put each other down and more. Upcoming Star Wars Comics include: Sept. 16: _ Darth Vader #5 _ Star Wars #6 _ Jedi: Fallen Order — Dark Temple TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Empire, Vol. 6 TPB _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 10: Driving Force TPB Sept. 23 _ Bounty Hunters #5 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #5 _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 (Tentative) _ Bounty Hunters #2 (2nd Printing) Sept. 30 _ Doctor Aphra #4 Oct. 7 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #1 _ Star Wars #7 _ Star Wars Adventures: Beware Vader’s Castle HC Oct. 14 _ Darth Vader #6 _ Shadow of Vader’s Castle One-Shot Oct. 21 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #2 _ Bounty Hunters #6 Oct. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #5 _ From the Journals of Obi-Wan Kenobi TPB Nov. 4 _ Star Wars #8 _ Star Wars Rebels, Vol. 1 (Manga from Yen Press) Nov. 11 _ Darth Vader #7 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: The Destiny Path TPB Nov. 18 _ Bounty Hunters #7 Nov. 25 _ Doctor Aphra #6 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #3 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 1: Galaxy’s Deadliest TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: Dark Heart of the Sith TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 1 TPB _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) Dec. 9 _ The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB Dec. 16 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, Rise of the Wookiees TPB Feb. 24 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics : _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation by Marvel (5-issue mini-series) _ The High Republic comics from Marvel & IDW _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, September 02, 2020
Episode #195 -- The ForceFest 2020 Comics Continuity & Canon Hootenanny
No new Star Wars comics this week BUT we do have Chris and Dan from Broaxium joining us in an encore presentation of our Aug. 29 joint panel at ForceFest 2020: "How Star Wars Comics Build Upon, Maintain and Project Canon and Continuity." As for news, is there a glimmer of the still missing-in-action The Rise of Skywalker five-issue adaptation? Listen and find out. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Sept. 16: _ Darth Vader #5 _ Star Wars #6 _ Jedi: Fallen Order — Dark Temple TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Empire, Vol. 6 TPB _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 10: Driving Force TPB Sept. 23 _ Bounty Hunters #5 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #5 _ Bounty Hunters #2 (2nd Printing) Sept. 30 _ Doctor Aphra #4 Oct. 7 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #1 _ Star Wars #7 _ Star Wars Adventures: Vader’s Castle HC Oct. 14 _ Darth Vader #6 _ Shadow of Vader’s Castle One-Shot Oct. 21 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #2 _ Bounty Hunters #6 Oct. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #5 _ From the Journals of Obi-Wan Kenobi TPB Nov. 4 _ Star Wars #8 Nov. 11 _ Darth Vader #7 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: The Destiny Path TPB Nov. 18 _ Bounty Hunters #7 Nov. 25 _ Doctor Aphra #6 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #3 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 1: Galaxy’s Deadliest TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: Dark Heart of the Sith TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Tales of the Jedi, Vol. 1 TPB _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) Dec. 9 _ The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB Dec. 16 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, Rise of the Wookiees TPB Feb. 24 _ Doctor Aphra Omnibus HC Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics : _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation by Marvel (5-issue mini-series) _ The High Republic comics from Marvel & IDW _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, August 26, 2020
Episode #194 -- The City of the Dead
It's a double-dose of storytelling as we parse the pages of Doctor Aphra #3 from Marvel and Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars -- Battles Tales #4 from IDW. The former drew us in with its creepy vibe and sudden twists and turns, while the latter offered readers a deeper dive into the notion of free will, independent choice and what it means to be part of a profound bond. In news, join us Saturday as part of the Aug. 28-30 ForceFest virtual convention. We, along with Chris and Dan from Broaxium, are hosting an hour-long panel (https://bit.ly/3j6AFRO) examining how Star Wars comics build upon, mantain and project canon and continuity. It’s gonna be a blast. _ IDW will be publishing a one-shot The Mandalorian title in December or January. No details on the creative team yet, but the book has a cover price of $7.99 and will apparently feature a regular cover by Peach Momoko, a Japanese artist whose variants are among the most sought after by collectors of late. _ Ray-Anthony Height (https://bit.ly/3aUttFD) is taking over art on Doctor Aphra starting with issue #6. Speaking of Doctor Aphra, the first series is getting the omnibus treatment and will be released Feb. 24, including all 40 issues, the three annuals, Darth (Vol. 1) 3-4, 8 and 21, Star Wars (Vol. 2) 13, 19 and 31-32, the The Screaming Citadel one-shot and material from Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #25 and the Empire Ascendant one shot. Price is $125 for 1,240 pages but check out InStock trades (https://bit.ly/2FRx4J7), given they offer substantial discounts to the cover price. _ F ollow Sway_Art on Instagram. He’s doing Star Wars covers, but for what? We do not know! Upcoming Stars Wars comics include: Sept. 9: _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 _ Bounty Hunters #1 (3rd Printing) _ Darth Vader #3 (2nd Printing) _ Age of Resistance HC Sept. 16: _ Darth Vader #5 _ Star Wars #6 _ Jedi: Fallen Order — Dark Temple TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Empire, Vol. 6 TPB _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 10: Driving Force TPB Sept. 23 _ Bounty Hunters #5 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #5 _ Bounty Hunters #2 (2nd Printing) Sept. 30 _ Doctor Aphra #4 Oct. 7 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #1 _ Star Wars #7 _ Star Wars Adventures: Vader’s Castle HC Oct. 14 _ Darth Vader #6 _ Shadow of Vader’s Castle One-Shot Oct. 21 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #2 _ Bounty Hunters #6 Oct. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #5 _ From the Journals of Obi-Wan Kenobi TPB Nov. 4 _ Star Wars #8 Nov. 11 _ Darth Vader #7 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: The Destiny Path TPB Nov. 18 _ Bounty Hunters #7 Nov. 25 _ Doctor Aphra #6 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #3 _ Bounty H
Wed, August 19, 2020
Episode #193 -- Romeo Had Juliette
Star Wars channels a Shakespeare-inspired story twist in the pages of Bounty Hunters #4 as Nakano Lash reveals why she came out of hiding, despite the enormous bounty on her head. For Valance, it's a chance to gain a deeper understanding of his mentor, though for others, it's an opportunity to score not just a major financial windfall, but galaxy-wide clout, too. In news, we, along with Broaxium, are hosting a panel at this month's ForceFest. Be sure to check out the organization's page (https://bit.ly/3kYBUUT) for what's scheduled, when and how to participate. Upcoming Star Wars comics, include: Aug. 26: _ Doctor Aphra #3 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #4 Sept. 9: _ Age of Resistance HC _ Star Wars #6 _ Bounty Hunters #1 (3rd Printing) _ Darth Vader #3 (2nd Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 Sept. 16: _ Darth Vader #5 _ Jedi: Fallen Order — Dark Temple TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Empire, Vol. 6 TPB _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 10: Driving Force TPB Sept. 23 _ Bounty Hunters #5 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #5 Sept. 30 _ Doctor Aphra #4 Oct. 7 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #1 _ Star Wars #7 _ Star Wars Adventures: Vader’s Castle HC Oct. 14 _ Darth Vader #6 _ Shadow of Vader’s Castle One-Shot Oct. 21 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #2 _ Bounty Hunters #6 Oct. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #5 _ From the Journals of Obi-Wan Kenobi TPB Nov. 11 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: The Destiny Path TPB Nov. 25 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 1: Galaxy’s Deadliest TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: Dark Heart of the Sith TPB _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation TPB (IDW) Dec. 9 _ The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB Dec. 16 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, Rise of the Wookiees TPB Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation by Marvel (5-issue mini-series) _ The High Republic comics from Marvel & IDW _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, August 12, 2020
Episode #192 -- She
Spoilers abound in this episode as we parse each page of Darth Vader #4 and try to glean how much of Anakin is left within Darth Vader and whether Padmé's grip on him can ever be relinquished. We also touch on John Tyler Christopher's new collection of his action-figure cover variants (and his plans for more), as well as touch on the news about new printings of Bounty Hunters #1 and Darth Vader #3 and some scheduling changes for IDW's Star Wars Adventures comics. Upcoming Star Wars comics, include: Aug. 19: _ Bounty Hunters #4 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 4 TPB Aug. 26: _ Doctor Aphra #3 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #4 Sept. 9: _ Age of Resistance Hardcover _ Star Wars #6 _ Bounty Hunters #1 (3rd Printing) _ Darth Vader #3 (2nd Printing) Sept. 16: _ Darth Vader #5 _ Jedi: Fallen Order — Dark Temple TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Empire, Vol. 6 TPB _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 10: Driving Force TPB Sept. 23 _ Bounty Hunters #5 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #5 Sept. 30 _ Doctor Aphra #4 _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 Oct. 7 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #1 _ Star Wars #7 _ Star Wars Adventures: Vader’s Castle HC Oct. 14 _ Darth Vader #6 _ Shadow of Vader’s Castle One-Shot Oct. 21 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #2 _ Bounty Hunters #6 Oct. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #5 _ From the Journals of Obi-Wan Kenobi TPB Nov. 11 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: The Destiny Path TPB Nov. 25 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 1: Galaxy’s Deadliest TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: Dark Heart of the Sith TPB _ The Rise of Skywalker Graphic Novel Adaptation (IDW) TPB Dec. 9 _ The Clone Wars — Battle Tales TPB Dec. 16 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 11, Rise of the Wookiees TPB Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation by Marvel (5-issue mini-series) _ The High Republic comics from Marvel & IDW _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Sun, August 09, 2020
Episode #191 -- Young Padawans Edition
The Young Padawans convene to peel back the underlying messages found in the pages of IDW's Star Wars Adventures #30, with the main story featuring Kylo Ren and Gen. Hux striving to find common ground and, perhaps, build a modicum of trust. In the second story, we begin the first of a three parter that's focused on Emil Graf and the search for hidden knowledge. Join Emily, Micah, Amy and Matt as they steadily advance to through the final issues of the first volume of this all-ages Star Wars comic.
Fri, August 07, 2020
Episode #190 -- After the Love Has Gone
We take a step back from our usual retinue of comic book-based discussion to examine the Randon House Audio original Doctor Aphra: An Audiobook Original, with Eric Lasko joining Matt to discuss the expansive scope that the Sarah Kuhn-written story encompasses and how it adds layer after layer to Chelli Aphra in ways that we're excited to see play out down the road.
Wed, August 05, 2020
Episode #189 -- Green Flowers, Blue Fish
Two new issues of Star Wars comics to delve into this episode, as Luke's destiny path resumes in the pages of Star Wars #5 while in Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars -- Battle Tales #3, readers are treated to an example of when personal loyalty and devotion overrides political duty and governmental obligation. In news, we cheer GLAAD's selection of Doctor Aphra as its outstanding comic of the year, note an interview (https://bit.ly/31yh2v9) with Charles Soule about the enduring appeal of Ben Solo and note that 2015's Princess Leia five-issue mini-series is coming to Comixology Unlimited. Upcoming Star Wars comics, include: Aug. 12: _ Darth Vader #4 _ The Action-Figure Variant Covers #1 _ Darth Vader: Dark Lord of the Sith, Vol. 2 (HC) Aug. 19: _ Bounty Hunters #4 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #4 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 4 TPB Aug. 26: _ Doctor Aphra #3 _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 10: Driving Force TPB Sept. 9: _ Age of Resistance Hardcover _ Star Wars #6 Sept. 16: _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol, 2) #1 _ Darth Vader #5 _ Jedi: Fallen Order — Dark Temple TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Empire, Vol. 6 TPB Sept. 23 _ Bounty Hunters #5 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #5 Sept. 30 _ Doctor Aphra #4 Oct. 7 _ Star Wars #7 _ Star Wars Adventures: Vader’s Castle HC Oct. 14 _ Darth Vader #6 _ Shadow of Vader’s Castle One-Shot Oct. 21 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #2 _ Bounty Hunters #6 Oct. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #5 _ From the Journals of Obi-Wan Kenobi TPB Nov. 11 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: The Destiny Path TPB Nov. 25 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 1: Galaxy’s Deadliest TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: Dark Heart of the Sith TPB Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation by Marvel (5-issue mini-series) _ The High Republic comics from Marvel & IDW _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Sun, August 02, 2020
Special Episode: Talking Toys With Taylor & Jeff Episode 94 - Sun-Man
The message of this week's show is important to our friends at MarvinDog Media, and we agree with the message, so we wanted to give our listeners a chance to hear it as well. Diversity is not a bad thing. Period. This month, the guys talk about a small line from the mid-80s that was born out of a mother's desire to give her son toys that looked like him and his friends. It was a terrific toy line, but very short-lived. Taylor has suggested that Mattel might take a page out of this toy line for their new Masters Of The Universe Origins line, and Jeff thinks it's a good idea! Listen and and find out just how cool these figures were, and why the guys think they deserve another look Click to sign Taylor's petition: https://www.change.org/p/mattel-produce-sun-man-figures-with-masters-of-the-universe-origins-toys?utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=custom_url&recruited_by_id=1d44d680-c716-11ea-ba9f-773e838c27c6 Don’t forget our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/marvindogmedia
Wed, July 29, 2020
Episode #188 -- Sweet Water Pools
It's been more than four months since we last left Darth Vader and Sabé and now we know where they've gone. For Prequel Trilogy fans, this issue is for you. For fans of E.K. Johnston's "Star Wars: Queen's Shadow" novel, this issue is for you. There are familiar faces we've not seen in a long, long time in a story that, despite the long gap in time, remains quite compelling. In news, we debate whether the five-issue adaptation of "The Rise of Skywalker" by Jody Houser and Will Sliney is actually canceled or merely delayed; exult in word that we're headed back to Vader's Castle in October (told you so); and reveal the details from SDCC at Home in relation to Star Wars comics. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: Aug. 5: _ Star Wars #5 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #3 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #1 (2nd Printing) _ Bounty Hunters #1 (2nd Printing) _ Darth Vader #2 (2nd Printing( Aug. 12: _ Darth Vader #4 _ The Action-Figure Variant Covers #1 _ Darth Vader: Dark Lord of the Sith, Vol. 2 HC Aug. 19: _ Bounty Hunters #4 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #4 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 4 TPB Aug. 26: _ Doctor Aphra #3 _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 10: Driving Force TPB Sept. 9: _ Age of Resistance Hardcover _ Star Wars #6 Sept. 16: _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol, 2) #1 _ Darth Vader #5 _ Jedi: Fallen Order — Dark Temple TPB _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Empire, Vol. 6 TPB Sept. 23 _ Bounty Hunters #5 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #5 Sept. 30 _ Doctor Aphra #4 Oct. 7 _ Star Wars #7 _ Star Wars Adventures: Vader’s Castle HC Oct. 14 _ Darth Vader #6 _ Shadow of Vader’s Castle One-Shot Oct. 21 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #2 _ Bounty Hunters #6 Oct. 28 _ Doctor Aphra #5 _ From the Journals of Obi-Wan Kenobi TPB Nov. 11 _ Star Wars (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: The Destiny Path TPB Nov. 25 _ Bounty Hunters, Vol. 1: Galaxy’s Deadliest TPB _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3), Vol. 1: Dark Heart of the Sith TPB Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation by Marvel (5-issue mini-series) _ The High Republic comics from Marvel & IDW _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Fri, July 24, 2020
Episode #187 -- Young Padawans Edition
The stars, and schedules, aligned so in the heat of the summer, the Young Padawans -- Emily and Micah -- along with Amy and Matt gathered to talk about Star Wars Adventures, with a look at issues #28 and #29, as they draw ever closer to completing the first volume of the series, which recently ended with issue #32.
Wed, July 22, 2020
Episode #186 -- Cities in Dust
It's a return to normality, at least in terms of weekly Star Wars comics, after the ups and downs of the pandemic-affected distribution. We're starting this "new normal" with the decidedly not at all normal at all return of Doctor Aphra in issue #2 of the series' second volume. Also out today? The Rise of Kylo Ren #1 (4th Printing) and Star Wars #3 (2nd Printing) As for news, here's the details on the Star Wars-related SDCC at Home Panels on the Doctor Aphra Audio Drama, which was released July 21, (https://bit.ly/38O4gLW) and the Lucasfilm Publishing: Stories From a Galaxy Far, Far Away panel (https://bit.ly/2Znfwfg) on Friday, July 24. To submit a panel idea to organizers of the Aug. 28-30 ForceFest, click here: https://bit.ly/2OvPhNH. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: July 29: _ Darth Vader #3 _ Darth Vader #2 (2nd Printing) _ The Rise of Kylo Ren Trade Aug. 5: _ Star Wars #5 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #3 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #1 (2nd Printing) _ Bounty Hunters #1 (2nd Printing) Aug. 12: _ Darth Vader #4 _ The Action-Figure Variant Covers #1 _ Darth Vader: Dark Lord of the Sith, Vol. 2 Hardcover Aug. 19: _ Bounty Hunters #4 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #4 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 4 Trade Aug. 26: _ Doctor Aphra #3 _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 10: Driving Force Trade Sept. 9: _ Age of Resistance Hardcover _ Star Wars #6 Sept. 16: _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol, 2) #1 _ Darth Vader #5 _ Jedi: Fallen Order — Dark Temple Trade _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Empire, Vol. 6 Trade Sept. 23 _ Bounty Hunters #5 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #5 Sept. 30 _ Doctor Aphra #4 Oct. 7 _ Star Wars Adventures: Vader’s Castle HC Oct. 21 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #2 Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation by Marvel (6-issue mini-series) _ The High Republic comics from Marvel & IDW _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, July 15, 2020
Episode #185 -- Sunday Papers
No news is good news, the saying goes, but we don't agree, which is why we have an all-news episode for you this week. Why no Star Wars Adventures #32 review and discussion? That's because the Young Padawans are gearing up to complete their run on the IDW series and we're saving the finale for Amy, Emily and Micah. As for news, here's the details on the Star Wars-related SDCC at Home Panels on the Doctor Aphra Audio Drama (https://bit.ly/38O4gLW) and the Lucasfilm Publishing: Stories From a Galaxy Far, Far Away panel (https://bit.ly/2Znfwfg). To submit a panel idea to organizers of the Aug. 28-30 ForceFest, click here: https://bit.ly/2OvPhNH. Finally, the ICv2/Comichron 2019 comics publishing report can be found here: https://bit.ly/32hQU9s. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: July 21: _ Doctor Aphra Audio Drama by Sarah Kuhn July 22: _ Doctor Aphra #2 _ The Rise of Kylo Ren #1 (4th Printing) _ Star Wars #3 (2nd Printing) July 29: _ Darth Vader #3 _ Darth Vader #2 (2nd Printing) _ The Rise of Kylo Ren Trade Aug. 5: _ Star Wars #5 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #3 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #1 (2nd Printing) _ Bounty Hunters #1 (2nd Printing) Aug. 12: _ Darth Vader #4 _ The Action-Figure Variant Covers #1 _ Darth Vader: Dark Lord of the Sith, Vol. 2 Hardcover Aug. 19: _ Bounty Hunters #4 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #4 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 4 Trade Aug. 26: _ Doctor Aphra #3 _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 10: Driving Force Trade Sept. 9: _ Age of Resistance Hardcover _ Star Wars #6 Sept. 16: _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol, 2) #1 _ Darth Vader #5 _ Jedi: Fallen Order — Dark Temple Trade _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Empire, Vol. 6 Trade Sept. 23 _ Bounty Hunters #5 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #5 Sept. 30 _ Doctor Aphra #4 Oct. 7 _ Star Wars Adventures: Vader’s Castle HC Oct. 21 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #2 Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation by Marvel (6-issue mini-series) _ The High Republic comics from Marvel & IDW _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, July 08, 2020
Episode #184 -- Child of the Wild Blue Yonder
No new comics this week to discuss, but it's a splendid opportunity to dim the lights, pour a glass of wine and ponder some artwork from a bygone era: The Dark Horse Comics 18-issue adaptation of Timothy Zahn's Thrawn Trilogy (Heir to the Empire, Dark Force Rising and The Last Command). If you've read neither the trilogy or the three mini-series, there are spoilers, so consider yourself warned. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: July 15: _ Star Wars Adventures #32 July 21: _ Doctor Aphra Audio Drama by Sarah Kuhn July 22: _ Doctor Aphra #2 _ The Rise of Kylo Ren #1 (4th Printing) _ Star Wars #3 (2nd Printing) July 29: _ Darth Vader #3 _ The Action-Figure Variant Covers #1 _ Bounty Hunters #1 (2nd Printing) _ Darth Vader #2 (2nd Printing) _ The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #1 (2nd Printing) _ The Rise of Kylo Ren Trade Aug. 5: _ Star Wars #5 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #3 Aug. 12: _ Darth Vader #4 Aug. 19: _ Bounty Hunters #4 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #4 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 4 Trade Aug. 26: _ Doctor Aphra #3 _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 10: Driving Force Trade Sept. 9: _ Star Wars #6 _ Age of Resistance Hardcover Sept. 16: _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol, 2) #1 _ Darth Vader #5 _ Jedi: Fallen Order — Dark Temple Trade _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Empire, Vol. 6 Trade Sept. 23 _ Bounty Hunters #5 Sept. 30 _ Doctor Aphra #4 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #5 Oct. 7 _ Star Wars Adventures: Vader’s Castle HC Oct. 21 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #2 Announced But as Yet Unscheduled Comics _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation by Marvel (6-issue mini-series) _ The High Republic comics from Marvel & IDW _ The Mandalorian titles from Marvel & IDW
Wed, July 01, 2020
Episode #183 -- Hanging on the Telephone
Despite the two-month gap from issue #2 and #3, Star Wars: Bounty Hunters retains its crown as the only book that's pure adrenaline from start to finish and, at this rate, future issues are liable to combust on the shelf, that's how much power they pack. Here why in our discussion of the latest issue and why it's going to be so hard to wait another two months for #4. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: July 8: _ Star Wars Adventures #32 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Legacy, Vol. 3 Trade July 15: _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #3 July 22: _ Doctor Aphra #2 July 29: _ Darth Vader #3 _ The Action-Figure Variant Covers #1 _ Bounty Hunters #1 (2nd Printing) _ Darth Vader #2 (2nd Printing) _ The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #1 (2nd Printing) _ The Rise of Kylo Ren SC Aug. 5: _ Star Wars #5 Aug. 12: _ Darth Vader #4 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #4 Aug. 19: _ Bounty Hunters #4 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion, Vol. 4 SC Aug. 26: _ Doctor Aphra #3 _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 10: Driving Force SC Sept. 9: _ Age of Resistance Hardcover _ Star Wars #6 Sept. 16: _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol, 2) #1 _ Darth Vader #5 _ Jedi: Fallen Order — Dark Temple SC _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Empire, Vol. 6 SC Sept. 23 _ Bounty Hunters #5 Sept. 30 _ Doctor Aphra #4 Oct. 7 _ Star Wars Adventures: Vader’s Castle HC Oct. 21 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #2
Wed, June 24, 2020
Episode #182 -- Supersonic Rocket Ship
Two new issues of Star Wars comics out June 24, though we're focusing solely on IDW Publishing's Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars -- Battle Tales #2 by Michael Moreci, Derek Charm, Megan Levens, Luis Antonio Delgado, Charlie Kirchoff, Jake M. Wood, Elizabeth Brei and Denton J. Tipton. We'll dive deep into Marvel's Bounty Hunters #3 on episode #183 on July 1, given there aren't any new comics that day. In news, we're still trying to figure out when the fifth and final issue of Battle Tales is going to be scheduled, ascertain the fate of the several new printings of Darth Vader, Bounty Hunters and the Rise of Kylo Ren, as well as ponder when the six-issue The Rise of Skywalker adaptation mini-series will start publishing. The release schedule for upcoming Star Wars comics includes: July 8: _ Star Wars Adventures #32 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Legacy, Vol. 3 Trade July 15: _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #3 July 22: _ Doctor Aphra #2 July 29: _ Darth Vader #3 _ The Action-Figure Variant Covers #1 _ The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #1 (2nd Printing) _ The Rise of Kylo Ren Trade (Collects #-1) Aug. 5: _ Star Wars #5 Aug. 12: _ Darth Vader #4 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #4 Aug. 19: _ Bounty Hunters #4 Aug. 26: _ Doctor Aphra #3 _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 10: Driving Force Trade Sept. 9: _ Age of Resistance Hardcover _ Star Wars #6 Sept. 16: _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol, 2) #1 _ Darth Vader #5 _ Jedi: Fallen Order — Dark Temple Trades (Collects #1-5) _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Empire, Vol. 6 Trade Sept. 23 _ Bounty Hunters #5 Sept. 30 _ Doctor Aphra #4 Oct. 7 _ Star Wars Adventures: Vader’s Castle HC (Collects the five-issue Tales From Vader's Castle and Return to Vader's Castle mini-series) Oct. 21 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #2
Wed, June 17, 2020
Episode #181 -- Read It in Books
This week's episode is a behind-the-scenes discussion with writer, editor and translator Ricardo Cachoua Jr. (https://twitter.com/RiCachoua_Vader), who works with Panini Comics Mexico to translate Marvel Star Wars comics into Spanish for the Latin American market. It's a fascinating look into how comics are made, what the process entails and what goes into ensuring that the story is not only true to the English-language version, but done so that the nature of not just the tale, but Star Wars itself, isn't lost in the process. Cachoua is the author of "The Cosmic Traveler's Clandestine Guide to the Star Wars Universes," an unofficial guide to the Saga. Upcoming Star Wars comics include: June 24: _ Bounty Hunters #3 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #2 July 8: _ Star Wars Adventures #32 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Legacy, Vol. 3 Trade July 15: _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #3 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 9: Fight the Empire! SC July 22: _ Doctor Aphra #2 July 29: _ Darth Vader #3 _ The Action-Figure Variant Covers #1 _ The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #1 (2nd Printing) _ The Rise of Kylo Ren SC Aug. 5: _ Star Wars #5 Aug. 12: _ Darth Vader #4 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #4 Aug. 19: _ Bounty Hunters #4 Aug. 26: _ Doctor Aphra #3 _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 Sept. 9: _ Age of Resistance Hardcover Sept. 16: _ Jedi: Fallen Order — Dark Temple SC _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Empire, Vol. 6 SC Sept. 23 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 10: Driving Force SC Oct. 7 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol, 2) #1 _ Star Wars Adventures: Vader’s Castle HC Oct. 21 _ Star Wars Adventures (Vol. 2) #2
Wed, June 10, 2020
Episode #180 - Radio Gaga
Our interview subject had to cancel, there weren't any new Star Wars comics and we didn't read enough of the classics or Dark Horse to do a specialty episode. What did we do? What we always do: Talked. It's not as boring as it sounds, we swear. You'll laugh a bit, groan but you won't cringe. We promise. Upcoming Star Wars comics: June 17: _ Age of Rebellion Hardcover June 24: _ Bounty Hunters #3 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #2 July 1: _ Star Wars Adventures #32 (IDW says it's this date, PreviewsWorld says "naw.") July 8: _ Star Wars Adventures #32 (See July 1) _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Legacy, Vol. 3 Trade July 15: _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #3 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 9: Fight the Empire! Trade July 22: _ Doctor Aphra #2 July 29: _ Darth Vader #3 _ The Action-Figure Variant Covers #1 _ The Rise of Kylo Ren Trade Aug. 5: _ Star Wars #5 Aug. 12: _ Darth Vader #4 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #4 Aug. 19: _ Bounty Hunters #4 Aug. 26: _ Doctor Aphra #3 _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 Sept. 9: _ Age of Resistance Hardcover Sept. 16: _ Jedi: Fallen Order — Dark Temple Trade _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Empire, Vol. 6 Trade
Wed, June 03, 2020
Episode #179 -- Nocturne (Sleep Dyad 1)
This week's episode features an in-depth interview with illustrator and concept designer Roberto Venegas, whose Star Wars illustrations may be quite familiar to you. Venegas joined us to talk about the genesis of his first-ever comic, "Dyad," a tenderly written and lushly illustrated story that serves as a seamless postscript to 2019's "The Rise of Skywalker" film with its emphasis on the complex yet unsurprising relationship between Rey and Ben Solo. (There are spoilers for the comic, which you can read at https://bit.ly/2TZoDzN, and the film.) It's an intriguing conversation about the love for Star Wars, its characters and concepts and the power of storytelling. You can find out more about Venegas' work at his website (https://bit.ly/309I9x8), on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Roberto_Draws) and support him through Ko-Fi (https://bit.ly/3eHLA2j). UPCOMING STAR WARS COMICS June 10: _ None June 17 _ Age of Rebellion Hardcover June 24: _ Bounty Hunters #3 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars — Battle Tales #2 July 1: _ Star Wars Adventures #32 July 8: _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Legacy, Vol. 3 Trade July 15: _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 9: Fight the Empire! Trade July 22: _ Doctor Aphra #2 July 29: _ Darth Vader #3 _ The Action-Figure Variant Covers #1 _ The Rise of Kylo Ren Trade Aug. 5: _ Star Wars #5 Aug. 12: _ Darth Vader #4 Aug. 19: _ Bounty Hunters #4 Aug. 26: _ Doctor Aphra #3 _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2020 Sept. 9: _ Age of Resistance Hardcover Sept. 16: _ Jedi: Fallen Order — Dark Temple Trade _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Empire, Vol. 6 Trade
Mon, June 01, 2020
Episode #178 -- The Star Wars Comics Daily Splash Page Crossover Extravaganza
In a titanic pairing of Star Wars comics-focused podcasts, Matt Wood and Brian Keohan of the Star Wars Comics Daily join forces with us to put Eric Lasko through the wringer. No, wait, that's not right. It's Eric who put US through the wringer as we discussed Star Wars comics, podcasting and the Saga, along with life, cons and so much more. This episode was done jointly by both podcasts to support Creators4Comics and wouldn't have been possible without Eric's participation. We had fun and we think you will, too.
Wed, May 27, 2020
Episode #177 -- It Says Here
Denton Tipton is a long-time comics pro who worked for IDW Publishing from 2008-2020, becoming managing editor. He helped shepherd not just 32 issues of Star Wars Adventures and Forces of Destiny, but the recently-begun The Clone Wars -- Battle Tales miniseries, Tales From Vader's Castle, Return to Vader's Castle and Destroyer Down, among others. He joined us to talk about what it was like to create Star Wars comics for an all-ages audiences, the talented creatives hired to write, illustrate, color, letter and edit them and so much more. It's an informative discussion with a lot of behind-the-scenes detail and color. If you're looking for our discussion on Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #1, be sure to download episode #174 (Listen, the Snow is Falling) or listen at https://bit.ly/2A7ZcFd. New Star Wars comics out June 3: _ None
Wed, May 20, 2020
Episode #176 -- The Leader of the Band
IDW is back on comic-store shelves with debut of Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars -- Battle Tales #1, the first of five-issue mini-series that was to have been released weekly during April until the coronavirus pandemic knocked such plans askew. Still, the wait was worth it, with the debut issue by series writer Michael Moreci, intro and outro artist Derek Charm, interior artists Arianna Florean and Mario Del Pennino, colorists Luis Antonio Delgdo and Valentina Taddeo, letterer and designer Jake M. Wood, along with editors Elizabeth Brei and Denton J. Tipton, providing as solid start to the title. We're looking forward to the rest of this series, given it's emphasis on the Clones and their relationship with the Jedi. Look for issue #2 on June 24. In news, we've got Marvel's release slate through the end of July, though we're still lacking detail as to when Star Wars #5 will come out, as well as the launch of The Rise of Skywalker adaptation. Star Wars comics out May 27, include: _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #1 (the digital version was released May 4)
Wed, May 13, 2020
Episode #175 -- Rebel Shoes
This week's episode sees us going through Dark Horse Comics' penultimate Star Wars comics title: Rebel Heist. Some six years after it's debut, there's a lot to love about this four-issue mini-series that, at the time, augured some elements that we've seen since Marvel resumed publishing the property in 2015. As for news, there's a summary of Marvel's decision to do away with its web-based comic store and the latest updates on Marvel and IDW shipping plans as we edge closer to the return of Star Wars comics. Star Wars Comics out May 20 include: _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars -- Battle Tales #1 (as of May 12)
Tue, May 05, 2020
Episode #174 -- Listen, the Snow Is Falling
In a surprise move, Marvel released Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #1 digitally on May 4 as part of Star Wars Day, more than three weeks before the book goes on sale in comic shops on May 27. That means we're back in business, at least when it comes to a new Star Wars comics, and the first issue by creative team Alyssa Wong (script), Marika Cresta (art), Rachelle Rosenberg (color artist), VC's Joe Caramagna (letters) and editors Thomas Groneman and Mark Paniccia, has delivered an entertaining and balanced start that packs plenty of promise and potential. As for news, we lay out Marvel's publish plans from May 27 to the first week of July, gush about The Clone Wars finale and more. Star Wars comics out May 13: _ None
Fri, May 01, 2020
Episode #173 -- Young Padawans Edition
The Young Padawans reconvene to discuss the now-on hiatus Star Wars Adventures, with a look at issues #26 and #27. Emily, Micah, Amy and Matt breakdown the four stories that feature a bevy of characters, new and old, as they learn to trust themselves, work with others and absorb some life lessons. A note to listeners, there are some audio issues here and there, but it shouldn't detract from your listening enjoyment or the wider discussion.
Wed, April 29, 2020
Episode #172 -- Two Faces Have I
It's a mix of old and new as Jeff and Matt explore the "Forever Crimson" trade collecting four vintage and one modern vintage issues of the first volume of Marvel's Star Wars comics. Released in 2019, thee book collects issues #16, 27, 29, 50 and 108 and is geared around Beilert Valance, the Legends character who was brought into the new canon by Robbie Thompson in the Han Solo: Imperial Cadet mini-series, featured in the Target Vader mini-series and is now center stage and the ongoing Bounty Hunters series. The stories feature fantastical tales, a mix of art from illustrators of all stripes and, above all else, great stories. Join us in this, the first of what's going to be many, irregular episodes examining key Star Wars comics from Marvel's 1977-86 (and 2019) run. In news, we talk about Diamond's aim for some comics, not all, to return May 20, including the first issues of Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) and Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars -- Battle Tales, as well as delays in several key trade and hardcover editions. New Star Wars comics that were due out May 5, include: _ Bounty Hunters #4
Fri, April 24, 2020
Episode #171 -- Young Padawans Edition (Myth and Magic)
The Young Padawans gather with Amy and Matt to discuss Star Wars Adventures #25, a rare full-length story that focuses on Leia Organa and Amilyn Holdo in a tale spanning Coruscant's many levels, that weaves the specter of myth with the potential for doing right by those whom power often overooks. This issue is written by Delilah S. Dawson, lavishly illustrated by Margaux Saltel and expertly lettered by Tom B. Long. It's editors include Elizabeth Brei and Denton J. Tipton.
Wed, April 22, 2020
Episode #170 -- The Old Man Down the Road
This week's episode is an expansive interview with writer and artist Daniel Warren Johnson whose fan-made comics -- 2015's "Green Leader" and 2019's "Old Man Skywalker" -- have given Star Wars comics fans new views of characters both direct and tertiary in wordless stories that are as fluid as they are evocative. (You can check out "Old Man Skywalker" at https://bit.ly/3ayP3Op and "Green Leader" at https://bit.ly/2Kq0YTW.) While Johnson's mark on Star Wars, unofficial though it may be, cannot be discounted, his repertoire of work is boundless, evidenced by titles such as "Murder Falcon," "The Ghost Fleet" and his Eisner-nominated creator-owned mini-seres "Extremity." He's also recently launched a YouTube channel -- "Something From Nothing." Oh, and if you like his Star Wars work, listen all the way to the end as he breaks down, for the first time ever, his plans for his next comic set in that galaxy a long time ago and far, far away. (Here's a hint: B-Wings.) Follow Johnson's YouTube channel (https://bit.ly/2VOWGKV), on Twitter (https://bit.ly/2xRHdlx) and Instagram (https://bit.ly/2RWhUWk). New Star Wars comics that were supposed to be out April 29 include: _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #1 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars -- Battle Tales #5 _ The Action-Figure Variant Covers Collection by John Tyler Christopher _ Star Wars: Legends Epic Collection: Legacy Vol. 3 _ Star Wars -- Age of Rebellion Hardcover
Fri, April 17, 2020
Episode #169 -- (Wish I Could Fly Like) Superman
Given the closings (temporarily, we hope) amid the coronavirus pandemic, it was fitting that a new film documentary by Anthony Desiato looking at comic shops across the U.S. made its debut on iTunes and Amazon.com. We spoke with Desiato about the film, comics, shops and the overall industry, and the unique role they play in weekly comics. Learn more about the film by visiting http://firstrunfeatures.com/mycomicshopcountry.html
Wed, April 15, 2020
Episode #168 -- Empire of the Clouds
We've dimmed the lights, opened a bottle of the good stuff and found the comfortable chair for this episode that sees us tackle Star Wars comics published by Dark Horse. It's only fitting we start at the beginning of Dark Horse's long run of publishing Star Wars stories, turning our attention to the six-issue mini-series Dark Empire. We compare and contrast the series' parallels with the new canon and a certain film from December 2019. New Star Wars comics originally scheduled for April 22: _ Star Wars #5 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars -- Battle Tales #4
Wed, April 08, 2020
Episode #167 -- One Time for the One Time
The man in the Mandalorian armor has long been a draw for Star Wars comics since that appearance in the Star Wars Holiday Special. While we would have been talking Boba Fett in today's release of Star Wars -- Bounty Hunters #3, not to mention Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars -- Battle Tales #2, the lack of new comics didn't deter us. Despite his limited screen time in The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, Boba Fett holds a special place for lots of fans. His appeal is enduring and it's the focus of a key new story created by Matt Harding (@Stilltsinc) and Josef Sison (@JosefSison), a pair of comics creatives, whose fan-produced Boba Fett sports some familiar faces and places in a uniquely crafted story with a twist ending. (You can download the book at https://bit.ly/39QO37U) We talked about the book with Harding and Sison at length for this episode. It was a great conversation and one you're sure to enjoy. You can check out Sison's work at www.mutantink.com and facebook.com/JSisonArt/ and peruse Harding's work at www.matthardingart.com. New Star Wars comics that were supposed to be released April 15, include: _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars -- Battle Tales #3 _ Darth Vader #3 _ Darth Vader #2 (2nd Printing) _ Bounty Hunters #1 (2nd Printing) _ The Rise of Kylo Ren #4 (2nd Printing)
Wed, April 01, 2020
Episode #166 - Don't Know What You Got (Till It's Gone)
There's no new Star Wars comics this week, which has us -- and you -- bummed, given we were very much looking forward to sharing our thoughts about the debut of Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #1 and Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars -- Battle Tales #1. So what could we do but talk about the six-page preview of Doctor Aphra that was released last week, as well as the three pages that were revealed last month! Besides the truncated discussion about those issues, there's discussion about the coronavirus pandemic-related disruption to comic shops, publishers and of course Diamond, which distributes those comics. We also lay out our plans for the show during this odd time, including variations of the podcast examining key Dark Horse Comics titles, key runs during Marvel's 1977-86 run of Star Wars, as well as the U.K. comics, newspaper strips, Ewoks and Droids. New Star Wars comics (that were supposed to be) out April 8: _ Star Wars -- Bounty Hunters #3
Wed, March 25, 2020
Episode #165 -- The Remedy
It's an odd week for comics, given the effects of the coronavirus pandemic that's caused a lot of comic shops to close amid orders from local and state governments, but that's not stopping us from talking about this week's Star Wars -- Bounty Hunters #2, a fast-paced and energetic book that's quickly become must-read when it comes to Star Wars comics. We also dive into what Diamond's decision to halt all new comics shipments for the immediate future and ponder whether Marvel and IDW, along with other publishers, will continue to release their comics digitally until everything returns to normal. New Star Wars comics out April 1 (if they're released digitally) include: _ Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) #1 _ Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars -- Battle Tales #1
Wed, March 18, 2020
Episode #164 -- Lunatic Fringe
We're breaking down Star Wars #4, a pivotal issue in the first arc of Vol. 3 of this series, with Luke, Leia and Lando learning not just about each other, but themselves, too, in a story that pitches this arc forward into what may be a lifechanging moment for each of them. As for news, we take a look at the February sales statistics, talk about how the spread of the coronavirus is affecting comic shops and what it may mean for comics in general, too. New Star Wars comics out March 25 include: _ Bounty Hunters #2 _ Legends Epic Collection: The Clone Wars, Vol. 3 (Star Wars: Republic #68-73, Gen. Grievous #1-4, the Star Wars Free Comic Book Day issue, Obsession #1-5, material from Star Wars Visionaries & Star Wars Tales #17)
Wed, March 11, 2020
Episode #163 -- Goodbye Blue Sky
Ben is dead. Long live Kylo Ren. Padme is dead. Long live ... Padme? Valance isn't dead, but with company that includes Bossk and Boba Fett he may be shortly. This episode is ripping at the seems with Star Wars comics stories that see readers follow Ben Solo's collapse into Kylo Ren in that mini-series final issue. In the pages of Darth Vader #2, echoes are stirred of a love that left both in ruins. Bounty Hunters #1 begins with a bang and never lets up, casting a gritty pall over the Star Wars underworld that you won't be able to wash off, even if you're using bleach. In short, March 11 is a day that will be long remembered by Star Wars comics readers for all the right reasons. New Star Wars comics out March 18, include: _ Star Wars #4 _ Star Wars Adventures #31 _ The Rise of Kylo Ren #2 (3rd Printing) _ The Rise of Kylo Ren #3 (2nd Printing)
Wed, March 04, 2020
Episode #162 -- Radio Waves
With no new comics this week, we took advantage of the momentary lull to talk with the team behind Star Wars Audio Comics, a group of like-minded Star Wars fans who are transforming Marvel's Star Wars titles, along with other stories, too, into aural journeys. Don't call these motion comics. Rather, think of them as a multimedia way of reading comics. Joining us for this wide-ranging talk about the channel are Daniel Plumb, channel founder; Rob Angelli, channel manager; and Gilbert Santillanes, the channel's social-media manager. Check out Star Wars Audio Comics on: _ YouTube (https://bit.ly/2IvoBtr) _ Sister channel Fulcrum Entertainment (https://bit.ly/3av0vLh) _ Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/thecomicexperience). We've also got the latest news and more. Star Wars comics out March 11, include: _ Bounty Hunters #1 _ The Rise of Kylo Ren #4 (Final Issue) _ Darth Vader #2 _ Darth Vader #1 (2nd Printing)
Wed, February 26, 2020
Episode #161 -- Working My Way Back to You
Star Wars #3 and Project Luminous are our main topics in this week's episode with both offering up page-turning storytelling along with cliffhangars galore. In news, Project Luminous was finally revealed and chief among the ambitious new project is pair of comics -- one each from Marvel (written by Cavan Scott) and IDW Publishing (written by Daniel Jose Older) -- that will be part of the event, which begins Aug. 25 with a novel by Charles Soule who, coincidentally, writes Marvel's ongoing Star Wars flagship title. Star Wars comics out March 4, including: _ The Rise of Kylo Ren #1 (3rd Printing) _ Star Wars #2 (2nd Printing)
Wed, February 19, 2020
Episode #160 -- There Is a Light That Never Goes Out
An absence of official Star Wars comics is no reason not to podcast, not when we have the chance to talk with Aaron Russell, the writer of Jace Wars, a stirring and heartwarming comic that frames family, awareness and kindness using Star Wars as a lens for hope. Russell's work, along with artist Shane Kirshenblatt and layout editor Robert Goldie, is unlike any other we've read because it proffers an enriching tale about never giving up, no matter the odds, and always looking to the future for fun and adventure. You can find Jace Wars at https://bit.ly/3bTmpJI As for news, we break down the strong showing by Star Wars #1 in January's sales charts, Star Wars #2's decline and the continued demand for The Rise of Kylo Ren mini series, which is poised to become only the second Marvel Star Wars mini series where every issue goes to multiple printing. Finally, what is the provenance of the yellow lightsaber Luke Skywalker is gripping on the cover of May's Star Wars #6? Jeff and Matt have some theories as to where it may have come from and whether or not it's telescoping. New Star Wars comics out Feb. 26, including: _ Star Wars (Vol. 3) #3
Wed, February 12, 2020
Episode #159 -- The Enemy Within
We examine the penultimate issue in The Rise of Kylo Ren mini-series -- written by Charles Soule, illustrated by Will Sliney, colored by GURU-eFX and lettered by Travis J. Lanham -- as Ben Solo takes his first significant steps toward the Dark Side and into the sinister embrace of the Knights of Ren. It's a profoundly unsettling issue, but in all the right ways, as Soule and Sliney craft a compelling narrative of a young man enveloped by turmoil, regret, doubt, fear and determination. In news, we discuss planned second printings of Darth Vader #1 and Star Wars #2, while we weigh in on the win by "Parasite" for Best Picture at the Academy Awards. Star Wars comics out Feb. 19 include: _ None whatsoever.
Wed, February 05, 2020
Episode #158 -- Bury My Lovely
The third volume of Darth Vader debuts with an immense sense of longing and futility as readers see the Dark Lord of the Sith blaze a new trail of revenge that's lined with stinging regret culminating in an ending that left us open mouthed and gaping. If you're a fan of the Prequel Trilogy, then this story arc is likely up your alley; even more so if you read E.K. Johnston's "Queen's Shadow." New Star Wars comics out Feb. 12 include: _ The Rise of Kylo Ren #3 _ The Rise of Kylo Ren #2 (2nd Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures Vol. 8: Defend the Republic! (Collects issues #18-20) _ Target Vader Trade (Collects issues #1-6) _ Doctor Aphra, Vol. 7, "A Rogue's End" (Collects issues 37-40, Annual #3 and material from Empire Ascendant #1)
Wed, January 29, 2020
Episode #157 -- Ghosts of Princes in Towers
After two weeks of no new Star Wars comics, we tackle Star Wars (Vol. 3) #2 and examine how the creative team is adding even more detail and context to Original Trilogy characters Princess Leia, Luke Skywalker and Chewbacca, but even more so for Lando Calrissian. There are spoilers aplenty in this episode for the latest issue, so if you haven't read it yet, wait to listen. There's a lot to unpack as well as a nod to events yet to come that may have a particular resonance for the Sequel Trilogy. New Star Wars comics out Feb. 5, include: _ Darth Vader (Vol. 3) #1 _ Star Wars: Age of Republic (collecting Anakin Skywalker #1, Count Dooku #1, Darth Maul #1, General Grievous #1, Jango Fett #1, Obi-Wan Kenobi #1, Padme Amidala #1Qui-Gon Jinn #1 and Special #1)
Wed, January 22, 2020
Episode #156 -- These Things Take Time
Another week with no new comics but that's no barrier for us because we've got plenty to talk about, including the somewhat startlingly unexpected sales figures for December's Star Wars comics, not to mention our pie-in-the-sky wish list for Star Wars comics from Marvel and IDW in 2020. New Star Wars comics out Jan. 29, include: _ Star Wars (Vol. 3) #2 _ The Rise of Kylo Ren #1 (2nd Printing) _ Star Wars Adventures #30 _ The Star Wars Adventures Omnibus, collecting issues #0-8, 10, 11, the 2018 Free Comic Book Day issue and the 2018 Annual
Wed, January 15, 2020
Episode #155 - The Hot Talk and Bad Take Episode
There aren't any comics scheduled this week so Jeff and Matt talk comics as they relate to Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker and the just-concluded first season of The Mandalorian. More importantly, we've got a great interview with John Stratman, whose 16-bit recreation of the Vader Down story is a visionary achievement. New Star Wars comics out Jan. 22, including: _ The 154-page Star Wars Legends "Crimson Forever" trade collecting Star Wars (Vol. 1) issues #16, #27, #29, #50 and last year's #108.
Thu, January 09, 2020
Episode #154 -- Happy Nightmare Baby
*** SPOILERS ABOUND for The Rise of Kylo Ren #2 in this podcast *** Charles Soule, Will Sliney, GURU-eFX and Travis Lanham proffer a compelling, if not disturbing, examination of how Snoke pried his way into Ben Solo's life and mind, forever altering the course of the Skywalker Saga. Issue #2 is no sophomore slump for the creative team, building off the shocking events of the first issue in the four-issue mini-series and setting the stage for revelations that may be even more shocking than imagined. Star Wars comics due out Jan. 15, include: _ Nothing, unless Star Wars #2 is moved up by Marvel from Jan. 29.
Thu, January 02, 2020
Episode #153 -- All the Young Punks (New Boots and Contracts)
The new year starts off right with a rapacious and satisfying Star Wars #1, swinging Marvel's Star Wars comics to just after the events seen in The Empire Strikes Back and setting the stage for a wide range of stories and more lore. We're also looking back at the IDW Publishing Star Wars Adventures: Return to Vader's Castle mini series from October, discussing the concept and execution of its five issues with writer Cavan Scott. Similarly, this podcast begins its own new phase, becoming Star Wars Splash Page: Comics in Review, but the name is pretty much all that's going to change, save for the frequency. Welcome to 2020 and beyond. It's going to be a helluva ride. New Star Wars comics out Jan. 8, include: _ Nothing.
Tue, December 24, 2019
Episode #152 -- Separate Ways (Worlds Apart)
In the final episode of Comics With Kenobi, we're concluding the first phase of our Star Wars comics podcast with a look back at the series that ended in November and December, and how they're set up for the second phase, thanks to the four stories in the Star Wars: Empire Ascendant #1 one shot. Then it's on to the first issue of the four-issue The Rise of Kylo Ren, which at long last delves into how Ben Solo began his transformation into Kylo Ren. Neither issue disappoints, serving as more than just a way station to 2020 Star Wars comics as well as The Rise of Skywalker film. Look for us next week under the Star Wars Splash Page imprimatur. You won't have to make any changes to your podcast feed or on Twitter or Facebook, either (look for us @SWSplashPod on both platforms). New Star Wars comics out Dec. 26: _ None New Star Wars comics out Jan. 1: _ Star Wars (Vol. 3) #1
Tue, December 17, 2019
Episode #151 -- I and Love and You
The end is nigh for Chelli Aphra (well, for now, given she'll return in April in a new series), yet the creators behind Doctor Aphra #40 crafted a thought-provoking conclusion that favored rich storytelling in lieu of maudlin sentimentalism. In the final issue of Target Vader, more secrets were revealed about Beilert Valance, secrets and events that take on a new resonance now with news that the character will headline a new ongoing Star Wars comics series -- Bounty Hunters -- starting in March. Join us as we say goodbye, albeit temporarily, to a pair of Marvel's finest Star Wars comics. New Star Wars comics out Dec. 18, include: _ The Rise of Kylo Ren #1 (four-issue mini series) _ Empire Ascendant #1 one-shot _ Star Wars Adventures #29 _ Star Wars Adventures Greatest Hits #1 (Just $1!)
Tue, December 10, 2019
Episode #150 -- Silver Leaf and Snowy Tears
Just a single issue for this week's episode yet Star Wars: Jedi Fallen Order -- Dark Temple #5 drew decidedly different reactions from co-hosts Jeff McGee and Matt Moore. Why is that? Listen and learn why. In news, we take a quick look at the stupendous November for Star Wars graphic novel "sales," while examining how just three Star Wars comics made the top 100 list. (For a complete ranking of November "sales" for all Star Wars comics and graphic novels, check out our Facebook page and Twitter feed.) New Star Wars comics out Dec. 11 include: _ Doctor Aphra #40 (the final issue of this series) _ Target Vader #6 (the last issue) _ Doctor Aphra, Vol. 6, trade collecting issues #32-36
Tue, December 03, 2019
Episode #149 -- She Is Staggering
Love is a many splendored, if not completely complicated morass, thing and Doctor Aphra #39, the series' penultimate issue, tackles it with the ferocity of a mudhorn. From feelings of resentment and revenge to an absolute supernova-style kiss to the warm afterglow of love's embrace, this issue was striking in its presentation, building to what is going to be an amazing conclusion. New Star Wars comics out Dec. 4 include: _ Jedi Fallen Order -- Dark Temple #5 (final issue) _ Star Wars Saga #1 (one shot) _ Star Wars (Vol. 1) #1 Facsimile Edition (Reprints 1977's Star Wars #1 in its entirety) _ True Believers: Star Wars (Vol. 1) #16 _ True Believers: Droids #1 _ True Believers: Star Wars (Vol. 1) #45 _ True Believers: Star Wars (Vol. 1) #48 _ True Believers: Star Wars (Vol. 2) #35
Tue, November 26, 2019
Episode #148 -- The Stars of Our Stars
This is the end. No, really. OK, not really. It's still the end though, at least for Star Wars Vol. 2 as 75 issues of Marvel's tales set between a New Hope and The Empire Strikes Back concludes after 75 issues, not to mention four annuals, a few crossovers and more. We're talking about the conclusion of the latest arc, what lies ahead and hearing from listeners of the show, too, sharing their high points of Marvel's flagship Star Wars comics series. We're eagerly awaiting Dec. 18's Star Wars -- Empire Ascendant one shot to see how it concludes and looking to Jan. 1 for Star Wars (Vol. 3) #1. Star Wars comics out Nov. 27 include: _ Doctor Aphra #39 _ Star Wars Adventures #28
Tue, November 19, 2019
Episode #147 -- Cemetery Polka
Ink acting, as coined by Jeff McGee, is the art of vividly illustrating a crush realization that what you knew was a lie. Phil Noto perfects this process in the pages of the rollicking and freewheeling Star Wars #74 that sees Greg Pak give new voice to the dedication and sacrifice of C-3PO setting readers up, if even by coincidence, for The Rise of Skywalker in December. In Jedi Fallen Order -- Dark Temple #4, Matthew Rosenberg gets Cere inside the mysterious temple but at what cost to the Jedi Code? Finally, in Target Vader #5, Robbie Thompson spun us around with a plot twist we didn't see coming in a book that featured three artists to maximum effect. As for news, the bounty of covers for next month's The Rise of Kylo Ren is plentiful, as are those for Empire Ascendant #1, the book end to Marvel's first phase of Star Wars comics. New Star Wars comics out this week: _ Star Wars #75 (the final issue of Vol. 2) _ Star Wars -- Allegiance (collects the 4-issue mini series) _ Age of Resistance -- Villains (collects Kylo Ren, Hux, Snoke and CaptainPhasma) _ Star Wars Vol. 12, "Rebels and Rogues" (collects 68-72)
Tue, November 12, 2019
Episode #146 -- In a Manner of Speaking
With Doctor Aphra careening toward it's end in December, we discuss #38 and realize that Simon Spurrier, Caspar Wijngaard, Lee Loughridge and Joe Caramagna are holding nothing back, ensuring that the first volume of the series is going to end in a dynamic manner. As for news, Star Wars -- Allegiance returns Star Wars comics to the top 30 and IDW's Return to Vader's Castle does a solidly brisk business, too. Star Wars comics out this week, Nov. 13, including: _ Target Vader #5 _ Star Wars #74 _ Jedi Fallen Order -- Dark Temple #4 _ Age of Resistance -- Heroes Trade (collects Finn, Poe Dameron, Rey and Rose Tico, along with the Special) _ Star Wars Adventures -- Pomp and Circumstance (collects issues #14-17 and the 2018 Annual)
Tue, November 05, 2019
Episode #145 -- The Queen and the Soldier
It's an origin story enveloped within a love story that's cradled in a revenge story. Such is Doctor Aphra Annual #3, a gem of a book that gives a bit more detail about Nokk, Winloss and Aphra's newfound ... respectability? We're also bidding farewell to the weekly series Star Wars -- Allegiance and Star Wars Adventures: Return to Vader's Castle, as both conclude their ... dare we say it? ... epic runs. The former formed a solid foundation of backstory ahead of December's release of The Rise of Skywalker, while the latter satisfyingly and consistently delivered great stories that twisted suspense, intrigue and, yes, a dash of comedy, too. Star Wars comics out this week (Nov. 6), include: _ Doctor Aphra #38. (Yep, that's it.)
Tue, October 29, 2019
Episode #144 -- Brave Men Run (In My Family)
Rey out-Lukes Luke in terms of impatience. Jabba has the last laugh. Leia comes clean. Last week's Star Wars comics -- Star Wars #73, Star Wars Adventures -- Return to Vader's Castle #4 and Star Wars -- Allegiance #3 -- provided readers with decidedly different stories with overarching characters whose influence runs deep. We break down what worked, what didn't and why each issue was worth the time and money. As for news, Doctor Aphra is going to return with Alyssa Wong and Marika Cresta launching volume 2 of the adventures of our ambiguous space archeologist and walking disaster, bringing to three the number of monthly Star Wars comics that take flight in 2020, while everything you knew about Ben Solo/Kylo Ren's involvement with Luke Skywalker at his Jedi academy will be turned on its head in Star Wars: The Rise of Kylo Ren #2. New Star Wars comics out Oct. 30 include: _ Star Wars -- Allegiance #4 _ Star Wars Adventures #27 _ Return to Vader's Castle #5 _ Doctor Aphra Annual #3
Tue, October 22, 2019
Episode #143 -- Swordfishtrombone
Plenty of camp and chills and thrills and spills and lots of water in this episode, thanks to Marvel's Star Wars: Journey to the Rise of Skywalker: Star Wars -- Allegiance #2 and IDW Publishing's Star Wars Adventures -- Return to Vader's Castle #3. In Allegiance, we find that while old ties are to be cherished, they're not necessarily steadfast, and in Vader's Castle, Asajj Ventress finds out firsthand how invasive predators can wreck a world. There's also news and more views, too. New Star Wars comics out Oct. 23, include: _ Star Wars #73 _ Star Wars -- Allegiance #3 _ Star Wars Adventures: Return to Vader's Castle #4 _ Galaxy's Edge Trade Paperback (collecting issues #1-5) _ IDW's Return of the Jedi Graphic Novel Adaptation
Thu, October 17, 2019
Episode #142 -- Young Padawans Edition
The schedules aligned, the clouds parted and the ... well, you get the idea. After a far too long gap, the Young Padawans -- Emily and Micah -- and Amy and Matt gathered to dive deep into the stories presented in IDW Publishing's Star Wars Adventures #22, 23 and 24. The themes of each of the six stories were varied, yet all the Padawans found much to focus and learn from. We're hoping you do, too. The next issue of Star Wars Adventures, #26, is set for release Oct. 23
Tue, October 15, 2019
Episode #141 -- Bridge Over Troubled Water
It's a return to the days of Comics With Kenobi yore with FOUR, yes four Star Wars comics to dive into for this episode. Still, it's not a bad job, if you can get it, right? And seeing as how those issues include the launch of Journey to the Rise of Skywalker: Star Wars Allegiance #1, Target Vader #4, Jedi Fallen Order: Dark Temple #3 and Return to Vader's Castle #2, well it's an enjoyable task, and one we're only happy to do. As for news, we give a hearty and hale thanks to listener Edmond Zippo and shine a spotlight on a new Star Wars comics-focused podcast, Star Wars Comics Daily. They've got a great set up and focus not just on new comics, but the classics from Marvel and Dark Horse, too. Star Wars comics out Oct. 16 include: _ Journey to the Rise of Skywalker: Star Wars -- Allegiance #2 _ Star Wars Adventures: Return to Vader's Castle #3 _ TIE Fighter Trade collecting issues #1-5
Tue, October 08, 2019
Episode #140 -- Looking for an Echo
October's Star Wars comics started off strong with creepy suspense in the Return to Vader's Castle #1, the first of five weekly issues from IDW Publishing, while in Marvel's Star Wars #72, Luke Skywalker went full farm-boy rube, losing his lightsaber in the process. In Doctor Aphra #37, Chelli finds herself bound to Darth Vader as the new, and likely last, arc takes flight with new artist Caspar Wijngaard and the march toward The Empire Strikes Back increases its steady pace. As for news, we're breaking down Marvel's plans for the third volumes of Star Wars and Darth Vader, which are due for release in January and February, with stories set firmly between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi written by Charles Soule and Greg Pak and illustrated by Jesus Saiz and Rafaella Ienco. We're also hopeful about Doctor Aphra, too, given those at the Lucasfilm Publishing panel said she was very much returning in 2020, likely with bounty hunters being involved. Star Wars comics out Oct. 9 include: _ Journey to the Rise of Skywalker: Star Wars -- Allegiance #1 _ Star Wars Adventures: Return to Vader's Castle #2 _ Target Vader #4 _ Star Wars: Jedi Fallen Order -- Dark Temple #3 _ Galaxy's Edge #5 (2nd Printing)
Tue, October 01, 2019
Episode #139 -- You're the Best
The Age of Star Wars maxi series concludes with a stirring, if not brutal, conclusion as Kylo Ren proves he's better than Darth Vader, while Beilert Vance has Ben's grandaddy in his crosshairs in Target Vader #3. Jedi Fallen Order -- Dark Temple #2 sees an intriguing and decidedly nefarious plot get under way, with Cere Junda stepping up to take on the mantle of hero. Suffice it to say, Star Wars comics were quite edgy and actionable and we've got some opinions -- strong ones, too -- about what they entailed. This week’s Star Wars comics out Oct. 2 include: _ Star Wars #72 _ Doctor Aphra #37 _ Return to Vader's Castle #1
Tue, September 24, 2019
Episode #138 -- Somewhere I Belong
Chewbacca got his hug, Rey carried a new burden, Leia was stalwart, Rose and Paige found their purpose and Aphra found her secret weapon. The stories that unfolded in Age of Resistance -- Rey #1, Doctor Aphra #36 and Age of Resistance -- Rose Tico #1 were brimming with character development -- some multiple issues in the offing and others just waiting to be told -- that heralded next-level steps in Star Wars comics storytelling. As for news, we break down December's solicits and what the effective end of Star Wars comics' first phase portends for 2020, marvel at the animation by John Stratman in his 16-bit adaptation of the Vader Down one-shot and discuss Will Sliney's selection as artist for the upcoming The Rise of Kylo Ren mini series. This week’s Star Wars comics out Sept. 25 include: _ Target Vader #3 _ Star Wars: Age of Resistance -- Kylo Ren #1 _ Star Wars: Jedi Fallen Order -- Dark Temple #2 _ Star Wars Adventures #26
Tue, September 17, 2019
Episode #137 -- You're All I've Got Tonight
We got some answers, yet more questions, as readers learned about the tenuous and relationship between Snoke and Kylo Ren in the pages of Age of Resistance -- Supreme Leader Snoke #1. As for other Star Wars comics, we weigh in on what the two new series that are expected to start in December may encompass as we parse the August sales states that saw just one title in the top 50. This week’s Star Wars comics out Sept. 18 include: _ Doctor Aphra #36 _ Star Wars: Age of Resistance -- Rey #1 _ Star Wars: Age of Resistance -- Rose Tico #1 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Menace Revealed, Vol. 2 (Reprints Dark Horse Comics' Star Wars #19-35, along with material from Dark Horse Extra #35-37, Star Wars Tales #13 and Dark Horse Presents Annual 2000)
Tue, September 10, 2019
Episode #136 -- How to Bring a Blush to the Snow
Matthew Rosenberg provides readers with a steady stream of dialogue in the first of the five-issue Star Wars: Jedi Fallen Order -- Dark Temple that pairs perfectly with Paolo Villanelli's art, Arif Prianto's colors and Joe Sabino's letters, yet we're wondering if it was too much for some readers to encompass. Regardless, the series is off to an intriguing start, sporting some nods to Star Wars literary efforts of late, as well as some, to our mind, of those in the past. In Star Wars #71, the "Rebels and Rogues" arc continues to blaze forward with three separate, yet distinctly related storylines that has Greg Pak and Phil Noto and Clayton Cowles ensuring the series' final issues are rife with intrigue, mystery and exclamations of surprise out loud. This week’s Star Wars comics out Sept. 11 include: _ Star Wars Adventures #25 _ Star Wars: Age of Resistance -- Supreme Leader Snoke #1
Tue, September 03, 2019
Episode #135 -- Big Brother Muscle
Tom Taylor knows his audience, no one can dispute that, which is why his work on Age of Resistance -- General Hux struck a chord with fans of Kylo Ren and Brendol's prodigal son, Armitage. Then, in Age of Resistance -- Poe Dameron, he crafted a great story that tied into The Last Jedi in a near-seamless manner. As for Galaxy's Edge, the mini series that was ostensibly a tie-in to the Disney park, Ethan J. Sacks and Will Sliney took what could have been nothing more than an infomercial into a truly great stand-alone five-issue story that is likely to resonate down the Star Wars Saga timeline. Meanwhile, Charles Soule, along with Terry and Rachel Dodson, showed that a riveting story need not be lengthy, with their one-page Darth Vader appearance in Marvel #1000 capturing Darth Vader in all the right ways. Plus, it left us wanting to know more about Micha, aka Red Four! Be sure to check out artist Nick Brokenshire's works in progress for Return to Vader's Castle #3 due out in October, too. This week’s Star Wars comics out Sept. 4 include: _ Star Wars #71 _ Star Wars: Jedi Fallen Order -- The Dark Temple #1 _ Galaxy's Edge #4 (2nd Printing)
Tue, August 27, 2019
Episode #134 -- Don't Be My Enemy
Doctor Aphra plays both sides in her bid for freedom in Doctor Aphra #35, pitting not just the Empire against the Rebellion but also the Empire against ... the Empire? In issue #5, the concluding issue of the TIE Fighter mini series, there's plenty of devastation to go around as readers are treated to an intense dogfight in space that proves all victory is fleeting when wider events are in play. There's also details about November's Star Wars comics from Marvel as well as a brief recap on the move by Marvel to bring the flagship Star Wars comic title to an end with issue #75. This week’s Star Wars comics out this week, Aug. 28: _ Age of Resistance -- General Hux #1 _ Galaxy's Edge #5 _ Age of Resistance -- Poe Dameron #1 _ Marvel Comics #1000 (featuring a one-page story by Charles Soule and Terry and Rachel Dodson)
Fri, August 23, 2019
Episode #133 -- The End Has No End
Marvel's November solicits for Star Wars comics stated, matter of factly, that issue #75 is "The Final Issue" for the flagship monthly series that debuted in 2015 and has been a consistently solid seller. While the publisher offered no explanation, it did tell us to "... stay tuned for more info to come next month!" This, seemingly, means a relaunch is likely but, as to whether it will focus on The Empire Strikes Back era, Sequel Trilogy or something else is, for now, a tightly held secret. Still, we've got some thoughts about what this portends, when a relaunch could begin and what it may mean for readers and collectors. We also look at the trajectory for Doctor Aphra that was set forth in the same solicits and ponder that monthly title's fate, too.
Tue, August 20, 2019
Episode #132 -- Mother and Child Reunion
Ever wonder about the energy and vibe of Marvel’s 1977-86 run of Star Wars comics? Read Star Wars: Target Vader #2 and you’ll experience it without having to fork over wads of cash for the original back issues or the collected editions. We’re also tackling what we think is an amazing set of stories about Breha, Leia and Padme, as well as Jaxxon and Lando Calrissian in Star Wars Adventures Annual 2019, with Young Padawans co-host Amy Wishman Nalan joining Jeff and Matt to talk about the stellar story that Pierrick Colinet, Elsa Charretier and Margaux Saltel have created. As for news, if you’re headed to Keystone Comic Con in Philadelphia this weekend, be sure to attend the Broaxium panel on Star Wars Comics and the Star Wars Rebels panel hosted by Star Wars Geek Girl. Both events are on Friday afternoon. This week’s Star Wars comics out this week, Aug. 21: _ Doctor Aphra #35 _ Star Wars Adventures #24 _ TIE Fighter #5 _ Star Wars: Age of Rebellion — Villains collecting the Boba Fett, Darth Vader, Jabba the Hutt and Grand Moff Tarkin (Buff Tarkin!) one shots, along with material the Special _ Star Wars Vol. 11, collecting Star Wars #62-67, the “Scourging of Shu-Torun” Arc
Tue, August 13, 2019
Episode #131 -- Drive It Like You Stole It
New character Warba Calip throws Luke Skywalker for a loop -- is she down with the ways of the Jedi or just a grifter looking for an easy fall guy? -- while Dar Champion, despite the rampant corruption on his planet, has a thought or two about Leia and Han's plans to rain the Empire's rage on his home. That's the gist of Star Wars #70, our lone Star Wars comic title that's discussed in depth on this week's episode, but it's not the only thing, either. We examine the July "sales" results for Star Wars comics, discuss this week's Star Wars Adventures annual and its stories and welcome a new and unofficial Star Wars canon tracker app, HoloCanon. This week's Star Wars comics out this week, Aug. 13: _ Star Wars: Target Vader #2 _ Star Wars Adventures Annual 2019
Tue, August 06, 2019
Episode #130 -- Swords of a Thousand Men
Readers were treated to three stories featuring three Sequel Trilogy-era characters -- Maz Kanata, Amilyn Holdo and BB-8 -- in the pages of Star Wars: Age of Resistance Special #1 that helped solidify our desire for a Kanata-driven Star Wars comics series. Doctor Aphra made her first -- and maybe not the last -- appearance on Batuu in the pages of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge #4, helping the mini series cement its status as a stand-alone story that doesn't even need the park that shares its name as bulwark. We've also got the latest Star Wars comics news and views, including details about Star Wars Adventures upcoming 2019 annual and so much more. This week's Star Wars comics out this week, Aug. 7: _ Star Wars #70 _ Star Wars: Age of Rebellion -- Heroes Trade Paperback (Collecting the Han Solo, Lando Calrissian, Luke Skywalker and Princess Leia one shots, along with stories from the Special) _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection The Original Marvel Years, Vol. 4 (collecting Star Wars Vol. 1 #56-73 and Annual #2) _ Walter Simonson Star Wars Artists Edition Hardcover
Tue, July 30, 2019
Episode #129 -- This Is Where It All Begins
Just one comic to talk about this episode, but it hit all the right points at all the right times, which is why we think Star Wars #69 is setting the stage for a Saturday-afternoon serial through this entire arc. Then there's the news about October's Star Wars comics, including the release dates for the weekly Star Wars: Allegiance and Return to Vader's Castle mini series, not to mention a third Doctor Aphra annual. This week's Star Wars comics out this week, July 31: _ Star Wars: Age of Resistance -- Special #1 _ Galaxy's Edge #4 _ Galaxy's Edge #1 (3rd Printing) _ Galaxy's Edge #2 (2nd Printing) _ Galaxy's Edge #3 (2nd Printing)
Tue, July 23, 2019
Episode #128 -- Salt in the Wound
We remain deeply enamored of the Doctor Aphra series, with issue #34 delivering all the right beats, while TIE Fighter #4 has us in an odd position: Rooting for the bad guys. So much new Star Wars comics news is discussed, too, particularly news that Charles Soule is taking "Ben to Ren" in December's four-issue mini series The Rise of Kylo Ren, as well as the covers for October's four-issue weekly mini series Star Wars: Allegiance and IDW Publishing's five-issue Star Wars Adventures weekly mini series Return to Vader's Castle. We've also got some amazing fancasting for a Doctor Aphra film or live-action TV series by way of Twitter's Elliemagique that left us so inspired. This week's Star Wars comics out this week, July 24: _ Star Wars #69 _ Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 6, The Flight of the Falcon
Tue, July 16, 2019
Episode #127 -- Gold Dust Woman
New arc, new creative team, new characters, new worlds and more in Star Wars #68, while readers who haven't read Phasma get a brutal look at how Captain Phasma, and the First Order as a whole, in the pages of Age of Resistance -- Captain Phasma #1. Both comics add more layers to Star Wars' history while paying homage to those that came before them, giving readers a more detailed tapestry of things yet to come. In news, Doctor Aphra is back in the top 100, according to June comics sales stats, while Darth Vader cements his status as a top draw for buyers of Star Wars comics, too. We've also get signing details for IDW Publishing's Star Wars Adventures creators at SDCC and much more. This week's Star Wars comics out this week, July 17: _ Doctor Aphra #34 _ TIE Fighter #4
Tue, July 09, 2019
Episode #126 -- Target
Beilert Valance returns in a book that's conceivably about Darth Vader but is, in fact, the bounty hunter book we've been craving since 2015. Such is the breadth of Star Wars: Target Vader #1. Meanwhile, FN-2187's past is given more backstory in a story that sows the seeds of his personal rebellion as Star Wars: Age of Resistance -- Finn #1 leads readers into the Sequel Trilogy era. There's also news about this fall's Star Wars Adventures 2019 annual and so much more. This week's Star Wars comics out this week, July 10: _ Star Wars #68 _ Age of Resistance -- Captain Phasma #1
Tue, July 02, 2019
Episode #125 -- Europa and the Pirate Twins
Just two Star Wars comics this week, but both had plenty of material to make our discussion rather lively, what with the Rogue One, Doctor Aphra and The Clone Wars references, not to mention the smart dialogue, expansive art, lustrous colors and tight lettering and editing. We're also taking time out to offer a hearty and hale thank you and farewell to artist Angel Unzueta, whose work on last month's Star Wars #67 culminated a stretch illustrating comics in a galaxy far, far away that surpassed more than 600 pages, including a superb run on Poe Dameron, along with pages in Star Wars: Shattered Empire and, of course, Star Wars. As for news, there's Jody Houser's hopes for writing Q'ira, more developments in Project Luminous and so much more. This week's Star Wars comics out this week, July 3: _ Star Wars Adventures #23 _ Star Wars: Target Vader #1 _ Age of Resistance -- Finn #1 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Newspaper Strips, Vol. 2
Tue, June 25, 2019
Episode #124 -- Another One Bites the Dust
Farewells, hellos, sudden plot twists, long-lost lore and sudden death. This past week's Star Wars comics left no stone unturned when it came to whipsawing readers emotionally and so much more. From the final goodbye to writer Kieron Gillen as he leaves Star Wars after 30-odd issues (along with Darth Vader and Doctor Aphra, too) to the unexpected loss in TIE Fighter #3 (oh, Lyttan and Zin, we hardly knew ye) to the realization and resentment of true love in Doctor Aphra #33, these comics did not disappoint in the least. We want to thank Sarah Hendrica Bickerton, too. Her response to one of our tweets Sunday night about Doctor Aphra #33 was so compelling we felt it had to be shared, verbatim, with the listeners. As for news, the rapid sellout of four-day passes for Star Wars Celebration Anaheim left us agog. We also break down the September solitics from Marvel and IDW Publishing, cheering the return of some familiar faces both within the comics and those who create them. This week's Star Wars comics out this week, June 26: _ Star Wars #67, featuring a gorgeous Leia Organa cover Bill Sienkiewicz _ Galaxy's Edge #3 _ Age of Rebellion -- Darth Vader #1 _ Doctor Aphra Vol. 5, collecting the "Worst Among Equals" arc, including issues #26-31 and Annual #2
Thu, June 20, 2019
Episode #123 -- Young Padawans Edition
The Young Padawans convene anew to discuss the various stories found within the pages of Star Wars Adventures #20 and #21. Some intense conversation, featuring an array of viewpoints from the rather young to the young at heart.
Tue, June 18, 2019
Episode #122 -- The Devil's Chasing Me
Combine mortal terror with a mild hallucinogen and what you get is Vader -- Dark Visions #5, the final issue in a mini series that came about through a long and winding process, with some supreme successes, a lot of controversy on and off the pages and and some truly amazing visuals that left us reeling in all the right ways. In news, we're eager to check out Jedi: Fallen Order -- Dark Temple this September, while John Tyler Christopher fans can buy a new Jedi Master Yoda variant from the artist's website. This week's Star Wars comics, out June 19, include: _ Star Wars #67 _ Star Wars: Doctor Aphra #33 _ Star Wars: TIE Fighter #3 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, June 11, 2019
Episode #121 -- You and Your Sister
We enjoyed a rather telling story of what may have been for Luke Skywalker and the efforts that Emperor Palpatine made to try and lure the son of Vader to the Dark Side. Star Wars: Age of Rebellion -- Luke Skywalker #1 made us think while, at the same time, riveting us with its space-borne action and fighting. We also had a great conversation with artist Stephen Mooney, whose work on Vader -- Dark Visions #4 was technically acute yet emotionally evocative at the same time. Listen in as he discusses his style, his influences and why's glad his Marvel Comics debut came on a Star Wars title. We discuss the potential for a five-issue mini series that may, or may not, tie in to the just announced Jedi: Fallen Order video game and celebrate the return of Star Wars comics to the top 20, thanks to the success of Galaxy's Edge #1. This week's Star Wars comics, out June 12, include: _ Star Wars: Vader -- Dark Visions #5 _ Star Wars: Age of Rebellion -- Boba Fett #1 (Second printing) _ Star Wars: Age of Rebellion -- Han Solo #1 (Second printing) Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, June 04, 2019
Episode #120 -- Maps and Legends
Just two issues but so much to talk about, thanks to not just Vader -- Dark Visions #4, but Marvel's return to legends and lore with Star Wars #108, a sprawling, ambitious and immensely satisfying nod to the original 1977-86 run of Marvel's first volume of Star Wars. The over-sized issue is so immense that we asked Mark Paniccia, who oversees Marvel's Star Wars comics, to join us and discuss how the issue came about, what it took to shepherd the story to fruition and so much more. There's also news about Age of Rebellion second printings and more. This week's Star Wars comics, out June 5, include: _ Star Wars: Age of Rebellion -- Luke Skywalker #1 _ Star Wars Adventures #22 _ Star Wars -- Solo: A Star Wars Story Trade Paperback (Collects the seven-issue mini series) _ Star Wars Adventures -- Destroyer Down Digest (Collects the three-issue mini series) Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Thu, May 30, 2019
Episode #119 -- Young Padawans Edition
The Young Padawans have returned, along with Amy and Matt, to talk about the developments in Star Wars Adventures #18 and #19. Believe you, me, there is much to be said about these stories, too, with Emily and Micah weighing in what they liked most about the not one, two or three, but four stories.
Tue, May 28, 2019
Episode #118 -- You Happy Puppet
A double-dose of Jabba, of sorts, as we examine the implications for the Sequel trilogy in the pages of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge #2, including a now-familiar axe that was seen in the latest images from The Rise of Skywalker. Then we travel back to the Original Trilogy with Star Wars: Age of Rebellion -- Jabba the Hutt, which sports an intriguing story about how truly good it is to be Jabba. As for news, we discuss the upcoming Princess Leia-Amilyn Holdo story in August's Star Wars Adventures #25 and the slight delay in the final issue of A Star Wars Comic. This week's Star Wars comics, out May 29, include: _ Star Wars (Vol. 1) #108 _ Vader -- Dark Visions #4 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Thu, May 23, 2019
Episode #117 -- Young Padawans Edition
After a too-long hiatus, the Young Padawans have returned. Emily, Micah, Amy and Matt gather to discuss the Star Wars Resistance-inspired tales in Star Wars Adventures #16 and #17, along with the superb backup "Flight of the Falcon," as it continues its multi-issue way around the Star Wars Saga.
Tue, May 21, 2019
Episode #116 -- Me and the Farmer
Much to discuss this episode, given Marvel released three Star Wars comics on May 15 -- TIE Fighter #2, Star Wars #66 and Age of Rebellion -- Lando Calrissian #1 -- that featured some solid storytelling, lush visuals and, of course, cliffhangers galore! This week's Star Wars comics, out May 22, include: _ Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge #2 _ Star Wars: Age of Rebellion -- Jabba #1 _ Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Rebellion Years #3 (collects Star Wars: River of Chaos #1-4, Star Wars: Empire #28-40 and Star Wars 3-D #1-3) Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, May 14, 2019
Episode #115 -- Say Goodbye to the Little Girl Tree
A new arc begins in Doctor Aphra #32 and Boba Fett's laconic gunslinger image is burnished in the pages of Star Wars: Age of Rebellion -- Boba Fett #1 as Jeff and Matt talk about last week's Star Wars comics this week. In news, we break down April's sales figures for Marvel and IDW's Star Wars titles, and ponder Charles Soule's latest (cryptic) tweet about a Star Wars project he's working on that's not the fabled Project Luminous effort. This week's Star Wars comics, out May 15, include: _ Star Wars #66 _ TIE Fighter #2 _ Star Wars: Age of Rebellion -- Lando Calrissian #1 _ Star Wars: Han Solo -- Imperial Cadet (Trade paperback collecting issues #1-5, along with the Star Wars: Beckett one shot) _ Star Wars: Age of Republic -- Heroes (Trade paperback collecting the Anakin Skywalker, Padme Amidala, Obi-Wan Kenobi and Qui-Gon Jinn one shots, along with portions of Age of Republic -- Special #1) Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, May 07, 2019
Episode #114 -- Searching With My Good Eye Closed
We're remembering Peter Mayhew, discussing Han Solo's struggles when it comes to duty now for the future and if extreme violence is allowable to topple evil as we engage in a robust conversation about Star Wars #65 and Star Wars: Age of Rebellion -- Han Solo #1. Joining us this week is writer Ken Lowery whose fan-made, head-canon comic, Rebel: A Rogue One Story, gives readers an entertaining Jyn Erso story about the lengths she's willing to go to protect a child from the Empire. As for news, we'll be getting a four-issue, weekly mini series from Marvel in October under the Journey to Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker aegis called Allegiance by Ethan Sacks and Luke Ross, while the Wookiees of Kashyyyk will defend their planet against the First Order, along with a backup tale about R2-D2, C-3PO and BB-8, in the pages of Star Wars Adventures #27-29 in stories by Michael Moreci, Derek Charm, Tony Fleecs and John Barber. This week's Star Wars comics, out May 8, include: Doctor Aphra #32Star Wars: Age of Rebellion -- Boba Fett #1Star Wars Adventures #21Star Wars: Age of Republic -- Villains (Trade paperback collecting the Count Dooku, Darth Maul, General Grievous and Jango Fett one shots, along with portions of Age of Republic -- Special) Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, April 30, 2019
Episode #113 -- Part of Your World
From Doctor Aphra #31 to Galaxy's Edge #1 to Vader -- Dark Visions #3, we're intrinsically focused on which Star Wars comics thrilled us, left us reeling and disturbed us. To help unpack the discourse about Vader -- Dark Visions #3, Amy Wishman Nalan joins us to talk about the book in all its scope and why it struck a chord among readers. (To see some of the Daaé Leíra art and fix-it fiction mentioned, start here and here and here.) On the news front, we chatted about the March "sales" figures for Marvel and IDW's Star Wars comics as well as Avengers: Endgame (no spoilers, naturally). This week's Star Wars comics, out May 1, include: Star Wars #65Star Wars: Age of Rebellion -- Han Solo #1Star Wars Adventures: Flight of the Falcon One ShotStar Wars Original Marvel Years #50 Facsimile Edition Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, April 23, 2019
Episode #112 -- Sad Night, Where Is Morning?
Two comics yet four stories -- five if you count the excerpt of Alphabet Squadron -- and numerous new characters along with some familiar faces, too, in the pages of Star Wars: Age of Rebellion -- Special and the start of the new TIE Fighter mini series. This week's episode sparks a lively debate about how serious a Star Wars story should be and whether the Saga as a whole glosses over the loss of life that is the conflict between the Empire and Rebellion. This week's Star Wars comics, out April 24, include: Star Wars: Vader -- Dark Visions #3Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge #1Doctor Aphra #31Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: Empire, Vol. 5 (Collects 1994's Star Wars: Droids #1-6 and Special, 1995's Star Wars: Droids #1-8, Star Wars: The Protocol Offensive #1 and material from Star Wars Galaxy Magazine #1 and Star Wars Tales #16 and #20) Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, April 16, 2019
Episode #111 -- Something That You Said
We're through Star Wars Celebration Chicago and into the start of the Age of Rebellion Star Wars comics, with the first two issues focusing on Princess Leia and Grand Moff Tarkin. Join us as we discuss news from Celebration, including the new Target Vader mini series featuring Valance the Hunter, as well as plot synopses of this summer's Age of Resistance maxi from Tom Taylor, along with the "official" reveal that Greg Pak and Phil Noto are taking over the flagship Star Wars monthly. This week's Star Wars comics, out April 17, include: Star Wars: Age of Rebellion -- Special #1Star Wars: TIE Fighter #1Star WarsAdventures #20Tales From Vader's Castle Digest (Collects issues #1-5) Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, April 09, 2019
Episode #110 -- Badlands
We've got a great conversation with artist Will Sliney, whose tenure on the just-completed Solo: A Star Wars Story adaptation allowed him to flex not just his creativity, but his love for Star Wars, which is fitting, given issue #7 is among the two issues we're discussing this episode. The second title, Star Wars #64, was a thrilling ride, setting the line for when devotion becomes fanaticism, then moving it. This week's Star Wars comics, out April 10, include: Star Wars: Age of Rebellion -- Princess Leia #1Star Wars: Age of Rebellion -- Grand Moff Tarkin #1Star Wars, Vol. 10, "The Escape" (Collects issues #56-61)Tales From Vader's Castle Box Set (Collects issues #1-5) Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, April 02, 2019
Episode #109 -- Monsters in the Parasol
Be warned, spoilers abound for Star Wars comics to come, including the flagship Star Wars monthly post-Kieron Gillen and the upcoming Star Wars -- Age of Resistance maxi series. They're in the news section of the show, so proceed with some trepidation. Once you've done that, stay for the vibrant discussion about Doctor Aphra #30 and the absolutely mindblowing Star Wars: Vader -- Dark Visions #2. You'll be glad you did. This week's Star Wars comics, out April 3, include: Star Wars #64Solo: A Star Wars Story #7 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, March 26, 2019
Episode #108 -- Going Under
The tension is building in Star Wars #63 while Solo: A Star Wars Story adaptation #6 offers some new material, along with some stunning art, as we discuss the two comics in this week's episode. We also break down Star Wars comics plans for next month's Star Wars Celebration Chicago, including Charles Soule's admonition that no one miss the Lucasfilm Publishing writer's roundtable on Monday, April 15. (He was quite adamant that you not miss it.) This week's Star Wars comics, out March 27, include: Doctor Aphra #30Vader: Dark Visions #2Star Wars Adventures #19Solo: A Star Wars Story Adaption Graphic Novel (IDW Publishing) Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, March 19, 2019
Episode #107 -- Old Shoes (& Picture Postcards)
It's a pair of endings as we come to the end of Star Wars: Han Solo -- Imperial Cadet, along with the last installment in the Star Wars: Age of Republic titles, and neither did so meekly, but rather with deft writing, dynamic illustrations and lingering thoughts. The ending of Han Solo -- Imperial Cadet #5 sets the stage for a pair of new characters, whose stories we think will come back around sooner than later, while in Age of Republic -- General Grievous, a notorious villain is given a better foundation that will impact future viewings of Revenge of the Sith for years to come. In news, we weigh in on the facsimile edition of Star Wars #50 (Vol. 1), as well as the impending start to the Greg Pak-written Star Wars: Age of Rebellion one shots and look ahead to the 40th anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back and what it may portend for Marvel and IDW Star Wars comics. This week's Star Wars comics, out March 20, include: Solo: A Star Wars Story Adaptation #6Star Wars #63Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Old Republic Vol. 3 (collecting Knights of the Old Republic 38-50, Knights of the Old Republic -- War 1-5 and parts of Star Wars Tales #24) Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, March 12, 2019
Episode #106 -- A Devil in the Woods
Three Star Wars comics from different eras of the Saga, each of one solidly executed and featuring some stellar character development, glimpses into stories already told and a rethinking of long-held perceptions of others, too. This week's podcast is focused on Age of Republic -- Padme Amidala #1, Star Wars #62 and Vader: Dark Visions #1 and the conversation is frantic and encompassing. Also drawing our interest is a new 16-page "fan made" comic, Rebel: A Rogue One Story that features a story about Jyn Erso from Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Written by Ken Lowery, drawn by Gavin Guidry, colored by Addison Duke, lettered by Micah Myers and featuring a "Jyn-up" by Shawn McGuan, it's an intriguing tale. We'll have a review soon. This week's Star Wars comics, out March 13, include: Star Wars: Age of Republic -- General Grievous #1 (One shot)Star Wars: Han Solo -- Imperial Cadet #5 (of five) Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, March 05, 2019
Episode #105 -- Seen Your Video
Just a single issue this episode, but it's got enough story beats, action and verve to fill up an entire story, but that's not surprising, given how deliciously weird and wild Star Wars: Doctor Aphra has been since the character's introduction in the pages of Darth Vader, Vol. 1. As such, Doctor Aphra #29 is inarguably the best issue so far of this story arc, and we'll explain our reasoning behind our assertion. Agree? Disagree? That's OK because like this stellar comics series, it's the different approaches that make it standout with such zest. As for news, we weigh in the utter balderdash that is Marvel Comics going the way of the dodo and, also, a personal message, too. This week's Star Wars comics, out March 6, include: Star Wars: Age of Republic -- Padme Amidala #1 (One shot)Star Wars: Vader -- Dark Visions #1 (of five)Star Wars #62 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, February 26, 2019
Episode #104 -- East Bound and Down
Just a single issue to delve into in this week's episode, but there's enough material in Solo: A Star Wars Story adaptation #5 to generate some significant discussion about the role adaptations play in the wider Star Wars comics segment. In comics news, we're excited about word that Elsa Charretier and Pierrick Colinet's Star Wars Adventures #22, out in May, will feature a Princess Leia, R2-D2 and C-3PO story set after The Empire Strikes Back as they search for Han Solo. Then there's IDW's announcement that Walter Simonson, a comics legend, will get the Artist's Edition treatment for his work on Marvel's first Star Wars series. We're also talking news of Cavan Scott's third anniversary writing Star Wars material, Kieron Gillen handing in his last script for the flagship series -- issue #67 -- and artist John Tyler Christopher's latest action-figure variant exclusive, available for order Feb. 28, featuring Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi. This week's Star Wars comics, out Feb. 27, include: Doctor Aphra #29The Star Wars, Vol. 2, omnibus, collecting issues #1-37, the Vader Down one shot, Darth Vader, Vol. 1, #13-15, The Screaming Citadel one shot, Doctor Aphra #7-8 and Star Wars Annual #1. Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, February 19, 2019
Episode #103 -- A Well Respected Man
Amid rumors of relaunching and renumbering the main Star Wars title later this year, Jeff and Matt discuss the pros and cons of such a move and whether it would have any significant effect on Marvel's existing titles and their sales. Then there's Star Wars (Vol. 1) #108, the one shot due at the end of May that will serve as a sequel to Vol. 1's Star Wars (Vol. 1) #50. Looking farther afield, there's a conversation about what titles may be announced at Star Wars Celebration Chicago. As for comics, it's a battle of Trix vs. Frosted Flakes (Jaxxon vs. Jak'zin) in the stellarly written and illustrated Star Wars: Age of Republic -- Count Dooku, while Han finds his confidence is contagious in the penultimate issue of Star Wars: Han Solo -- Imperial Cadet #4. This week's Star Wars comics, out Feb. 20, include: Star Wars Adventures #18Star Wars: Solo -- A Star Wars Story Adaptation #5 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, February 12, 2019
Episode #102 -- Carry on Wayward Son
A reflection on doing what's right, even when you're told it's wrong, leads our discussion of Marvel Star Wars comics Age of Republic -- Anakin Skywalker #1, along with knowing when to forgive, but not forget, in Star Wars #61. There are no easy answers to the questions both issues presented, but that's part of what makes such contextual storytelling so dynamic. This week's Star Wars comics, out Feb. 13, include: Star Wars: Age of Republic -- Count Dooku #1Star Wars: Han Solo -- Imperial Cadet #4 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, February 05, 2019
Episode #101 -- The Freshmen
The Star Wars comics this week -- Doctor Aphra #28 and Solo: A Star Wars Story Adaptation #4 -- are emotionally draining yet exhilarating, too, whipsawing readers through a range of despair, elation and betrayal. Why? Great writing enmeshed with superb illustrating to tell these stories. We're also discussing the latest news about Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge and wondering what the announced IDW all-ages Galaxy's Edge comic may be about, as well as the rundown of the podcast stage at April's Star Wars Celebration in Chicago (lots of familiar faces in that crowd!). This week's Star Wars comics, out Feb. 6, include: Star Wars: Age of Republic -- Anakin Skywalker #1Star Wars #61 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, January 29, 2019
Episode #100 -- Man O'Sand to Girl O'Sea
Plenty of discussion about not just Star Wars #60, but A Star Wars Comic #18, too. We're discussing the ongoing Flight of the Falcon story, too, joined by novelist and comics writer Michael Moreci to talk about his contribution to the cross-format story that's been appearing in the pages of Star Wars Adventures. Be sure to check out the fan-made anthologies Moreci had a hand in creating, too. (Volumes One and Two) As for news, we lament the recently announced decision by Jim Mello and Alex Ray to bring A Star Wars Comic to an end with issue #19, cheer GLAAD's nomination of Doctor Aphra as an outstanding comic of 2018 and talk about April's True Believer line of Star Wars comics from Marvel. This week's Star Wars comics, out Jan. 30, include: Doctor Aphra #28Solo: A Star Wars Story Adaptation #4Star Wars Adventures #17Darth Vader, Dark Lord of the Sith Vol. IV Trade Paperback(Collecting issues #19-25) Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, January 22, 2019
Episode #99 -- Song Sung Blue
Three stories for $5 as Marvel's Star Wars: Age of Republic -- Special debuts, offering up new insights to characters from Mace WIndu, Asajj Ventress and, yes Captain Rex and Jar Jar Binks, too. There's also news to discuss, including the new TIE Fighter and Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge five-issue mini series that start in April, as well as the 2018 and December sales rankings, too. This week's Star Wars comics, out Jan. 23, include: Star Wars #60A Star Wars Comic #18 (Out Jan. 25) Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, January 15, 2019
Episode #98 -- Dual of the Fated
From the satisfying conclusion to IDW Publishing's third and final issue of Star Wars Adventures -- Destroyer Down #3 to the in-depth father-and-son dynamic in Star Wars: Age of Republic -- Jango Fett #1 to a somewhat unexpected, yet utterly satisfying, return of an Imperial villian in Star Wars #59, Jeff and Matt are impressed, to a point, with the comics released on Jan. 9 from Marvel and IDW. Besides the comics discussion, we're also waxing rhapsodic on when and how the monthly Star Wars title should tackle events between those seen in The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi (Bothans, everybody, Bothans.), as well as saying goodbye, prematurely, to writer Kieron Gillen's run. This week's Star Wars comics, out Jan. 16, include: Star Wars: Age of Republic -- Special #1Star Wars: Age of Republic -- Qui-Gon Jinn Adventures -- Destroyer Down #1 (Second Printing) Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, January 08, 2019
Episode #97 - Father and Son
Last week's Star Wars comics this week were profound wildy adventurous, providing readers with a delicate yet forceful examination of the father-and-son relationship between Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker in Jody Houser's deftly written Star Wars: Age of Republic -- Obi-Wan Kenobi one shot. In the third issue of the five-issue Star Wars: Han Solo -- Imperial Cadet, Robbie Thompson scripted an endearing story about building camaraderie and never losing sight of those you've left behind. Join us for our discussion and let us know what you think about these two tales. This week's Star Wars comics include: Star Wars #59Star Wars: Age of Republic -- Jango Fett #1Star Wars Adventures -- Destroyer Down #3Star Wars: Doctor Aphra -- The Catastrophe Con Trade paperback Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, January 01, 2019
Episode #96 -- Happy New Year
It's our end-of-the-year blowout spectacular special with a less-than-loquacious Jeff comparing and contrasting with Matt what was great about Star Wars comics in 2018 (Doctor Aphra, Poe Dameron and Tales From Vader's Castle), what wasn't so great (questionable editorial decisions) and what was just plain forgettable (looking right at you, DJ: Most Wanted). This year is a fresh start and we're optimistic about what it will bring to Star Wars in all its media iterations. We're grateful you spent 2018 with us and hope you'll do the same in 2019. This week's Star Wars comics include: Star Wars: Age of Republic -- Obi-Wan Kenobi #1Star Wars: Han Solo -- Imperial Cadet #3 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, December 25, 2018
Episode #95 -- Paint It Black
The last issue of Darth Vader Vol. 2 was cinematic in its scope, detailed in its delivery and yielded far more questions than answers through the course of its Star Wars homages from the first to final page. In short, it began as it started: Expansive mythology for not just the Sith lord, but Anakin Skywalker, too. As for Solo: A Star Wars Story #3? This issue offered up some compelling details about Qi'ra, Dryden Vos and Crimson Dawn, as readers familiar with the film found new material to wrap their heads around. This week's Star Wars comics include: None this week. Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, December 18, 2018
Episode #94 -- Beat the Devil's Tattoo
A trifecta of Star Wars comics from Marvel's provided an assortent of achievements, and setbacks, for some characters and concepts, yet still advanced the medium of comics as one that is hand-in-glove to television and the cinema, too. The Star Wars: Age of Republic -- Darth Maul one shot was a master class in how this series is focusing on a specific character and expanding our knowledge but, more importantly, advancing a prequel trilogy-era villain's story. In Han Solo -- Imperial Cadet #2, we're quite satisfied with how this book is building on what was just a casual mention in the Solo: A Star Wars Story film, adding some detailed resonance that's important in the Han Solo mythology. Meanwhile, in Doctor Aphra #27, Simon Spurrier (we don't call him Si anymore) is having far too much fun with the character, the series and Star Wars, all to our benefit. This week's Star Wars comics include: Darth Vader #25Solo: A Star Wars Story Adaptation #3Star Wars Adventures #16 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, December 11, 2018
Episode #93 -- Deus Ibi Est
Marvel's ambitious, 27-issue Age of... maxi series begins its run with a potent yet divisive first issue, Age of Republic -- Qui-Gon Jinn, while in Star Wars #58, readers are enveloped with some seriously solid character development that has us rethinking our long-conceived notions about Han, Leia and Luke. From IDW comes the second issue of the three-part Star Wars Adventures: Destroyer Down reprint that proves, again, an all-ages comics can have a real resonance. In news, we break down November's Star Wars comics sales ranks, welcome Chris Ryall back to IDW Publishing and offer up some film recommendations. This week's Star Wars comics include: Star Wars: Age of Republic -- Darth MaulHan Solo -- Imperial Cadet #2Doctor Aphra #27Star Wars Vol. 9, collecting the "Hope Dies" arc (#50-55 and Annual 4) Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Mon, December 10, 2018
Episode #92 -- Young Padawans Edition
The Young Padawans -- Emily and Micah -- band together again to read and discuss the latest Star Wars Adventures comics from IDW Publishing. Joined by Matt and Amy, this episode puts issues #14 and #15 in the spotlight with stories about finding a missing Falcon, making a new friend and how old friends began as new friends. It's a rollicking good time as the quartet talks about the twists and turns in both comic books, featuring stories that focus on Han Solo and Chewbacca, Poe Dameron and BB-8, as well as the beginning of "The Flight of the Falcon" series of tales that show why the Millennium Falcon has always been the most elusive prize in all of Star Wars. The next issue of Star Wars Adventures #16 is due out Dec. 19. This week's Star Wars comics include: Star Wars: Age of Republic -- Darth MaulHan Solo -- Imperial Cadet #2Doctor Aphra #27Star Wars Vol. 9, collecting the "Hope Dies" arc (issues 50-55 and Annual 4) Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, December 04, 2018
Episode #91 -- Heat of the Moment
Just one issue this week, but it's left a searing impression on Jeff and Matt. Darth Vader #24 is setting up the series' conclusion with an unusual vista that may change the reality and perception of Darth Vader and, by extension, Anakin Skywalker, too, with consequences that could potentially resonate down the Star Wars timeline.A little far out mysticism anybody? This week's Star Wars comics include: Star Wars Adventures: Destroyer Down #2Star Wars #58Star Wars: Age of Republic -- Qui-Gon Jinn One ShotPoe Dameron Vol. 5 (collecting issues #26-31) Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, November 27, 2018
Episode #90 -- Whatta Man
Well this episode is certainly ab-solutely ab-tastic and utterly f(ab)ulous without being at all pec-uliar. It's a double dose of Han Solo without a shirt as we discuss the second part of "The Escape" in Star Wars #57 and discuss the budding feelings of ... er ... attachment between Princess Leia, while in the pages of Solo: A Star Wars Story #2, we're treated to the beginning bonds of friendship between Han and Chewbacca, though we lament the lack of Enfys Nest character development. In news, there's discussion of upcoming projects from writer Charles Soule as well talk of potential holiday gift-giving ideas, too, courtesy of Coffee With Kenobi's team of writers and editors. This week's Star Wars comics include: Darth Vader #24 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, November 20, 2018
Episode #89 - On the Dark Side
Fresh of the heels of being deemed too obscure for the Star Wars Celebration podcast stage (Q: Who reads Star Wars comics anyway?A: About 200,000 do, every month.), we're looking at last week's Star Wars comics this week, including a rather stirring start of a new story arc in Doctor Aphra #26 and a thoroughly entertaining chapter of "Fortress Vader" in Darth Vader #23 that deftly blends subtle humor with a deeper lesson on the notion of maintaining balance in the force.There's also news and views, given Marvel's decision to scupper -- not cancel -- Chuck Wendig's Star Wars: Shadow of Vader five-issue mini series; A Star Wars Comic's decision to postpone its November release until December; the passing of Stan Lee and John Tyler Christopher's Yavin Princess Leia action-figure variant cover for Star Wars #58. This week's Star Wars comics include: Solo: A Star Wars Story #2Star Wars #57 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, November 13, 2018
Episode #88 -- Lloyd, I'm Ready to Be Heartbroken
Heavy hearts as we mark the passing of Stan Lee, who co-created some of Marvel's most enduring characters and, thankfully, reconsidered his position against adapting a yet-to-be released sci-fi film that was to be called Star Wars by Marvel (thank you, Roy Thomas, for convincing him otherwise!). We remember Lee for the visionary that he was and will never forget him. In this episode we tackle three comics -- two from Marvel and one from IDW -- and come away with some salient observations about character building, what makes an artist great and how a writer makes a story sing. The issues include Star Wars #56, the first issue of the five-issue Star Wars: Han Solo -- Imperial Cadet and Star Wars Adventures: Destroyer Down #1 (of three). Each has its some strong moments that left us wanting more.As for news, October wasn't kind to Star Wars comics, with justtwo titles finishing in the top 100 -- you read that right -- as sales continue sauntering vaguely lower. We also talked about the latest John Tyler Christopher exclusive, an action-figure cover variant that features Princess Leia in her award-ceremony togs that can only be acquired through John's web site. This week's Star Wars comics include: Doctor Aphra #26Darth Vader #22 Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, November 06, 2018
Episode #87 -- And We Sang Dirges in the Dark
Five weeks after it began, the frightful final issue of Star Wars Adventures: Tales From Vader's Castle #5 provides a resonant endsong to the mini series, keeping the suspense and chills on a steady course from start to finish. We're quite happy with how this weekly experiment played out and impressed how it not only kept its all-ages appeal, but managed to deliver enough frights for all readers. We were also pleased to see how it tied in to the events of Marvel's ongoing Darth Vader series, too. In keeping with our goal of letting listeners, and readers of Star Wars comics, hear from the creators, we're joined by Per Hedman, whose Star Wars-inspired homage to Gary Larsen's The Far Side -- The Far Dark Side -- has been making readers laugh, pause, think and, yes, puzzle, for awhile now. Join us as he talks about what inspired the strip, how he creates it and about his love for Star Wars, too. This week's Star Wars comics include: Star Wars #56Star Wars: Han Solo -- Imperial Cadet #1Star Wars Adventures -- Destroyer Down #1Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 4, Smuggler's Blues (Collects Star Wars Adventures Free Comic Book Day 2018 and #10-11)Star Wars: Lando: Double or Nothing Trade (Collects the five-issue mini series)Star Wars: The Last Jedi Adaptation Trade Paperback (Collects the six-issue mini series) Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, October 30, 2018
Episode #86 -- Friend of the Devil
Readers are treated to what is arguably the first true Greek tragedy of modern Star Wars comics in the pages of Marvel's Doctor Aphra #25, a deftly executed -- in more ways than one -- conclusion to "The Catastrophe Con" story arc that left us agog because of the impact of the story. In the pages of IDW Publishing's Star Wars Adventures: Tales From Vader's Castle #4, its Ewoks who are given a weighty gravitas in a story that's one part monster epic and another part sheer terror. This week's Star Wars comics include: Star Wars Adventures #15Star Wars Adventures: Tales From Vader's Castle #5 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, October 23, 2018
Episode #85 -- Shout to the Top
Art is murderously misunderstood as readers, finally, get some details as to the origin of Lord Momin, the Sith Lord whose helm was introduced way back in the pages of the first Lando mini series, in the pages of Darth Vader #22, while the horror is sublime in the pages of IDW's Star Wars Adventures: Tales From Vader's Castle #3.Speaking of Star Wars Adventures, we sat down with writer James Gilarte to talk abou this first-ever Star Wars comics writing credit. He wrote the lead story next week's Star Wars Adventures #15, a tale that features not just Poe Dameron and BB-8, but a brand-new character that we think fans will find themselves growing fond of throught the story and beyond. It's an ambitious and well-crafted story that fits the purview of the title in every possible way and, once you read it, you'll see why we're hoping he's coming back for more stories. All that along with news, details about the coming week's Star Wars comics and so much more in a galaxy far, far away. This week's Star Wars comics include: Doctor Aphra #25Star Wars Adventures: Tales From Vader's Castle #4Darth Vader (Vol. 2) Hardcover collecting issues #1-#12Star Wars Reads 2018 sampler issue Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Wed, October 17, 2018
Episode #84 -- Young Padawans Edition
The Padawans have gathered again to talk about issues #12 and #13 of Star Wars Adventures. There's much to be learned in the stories, be it the dangers of revisionist history to knowing one's self worth. Emily, Micah, Amy and Matt bring talk about how Anakin and Padme, Mace Windu (he can be nice, you know) and more instill the message of the Star Wars Saga and that is hope. Join us as kids of all ages discuss the only Star Wars all-ages comics titles.
Tue, October 16, 2018
Episode #83 -- Fire and Rain
It was a quiet week in Star Wars comics until it wasn't. Jeff McGee and Matt Moore discuss Chuck Wendig's reveal that he's been "fired" by Marvel, the implications it may have and the reactions it's drawn. Also discussed? The solid and deft debut of Robbie Thompson and Will Sliney's first issue of the Solo: A Star Wars Story adaptation seven-issue mini series, for one. Then there's the genuinely creepy stories found the in the first two issues of the five-issue IDW Publishing Star Wars Adventures: Tales From Vader's Castle written by Cavan Scott and illustrated by Derek Charm and a rotating cast of artists. This week's Star Wars comics include: Darth Vader #22Star Wars Adventures: Tales From Vader's Castle #3Star Wars Epic CollectionThe New Republic Vol. 4 (Collects the Dark Horse-published Star Wars: Heir to the Empire #1-6, Star Wars: Dark Force Rising, #1-6 and Star Wars: The Last Command #1-6) Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, October 09, 2018
Episode #82 -- This Is Where the Strings Come In
This week's episode is about endings, both in the comics and beyond the comics, too. Star Wars #55 brings an end to Kieron Gillen's destructive and damaging -- to the Rebel Alliance -- "Hope Dies" arc, leaving Han, Luke and Leia partnered with Sana Starros as the Rebellions strives to survive, not flourish. The issue also marks the end of Salvador Larroca's run as artist on the series, too. We also talk about the conclusion of Poe Dameron with writer Charles Soule who, at NYCC, announced that his second volume of Darth Vader is coming to its end with issue #25. This week's Star Wars comics include: Solo: A Star Wars Story Adaptation #1Star Wars Adventures: Tales From Vader's Castle #2 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, October 02, 2018
Episode #81 -- I Have Always Been Here Before
The adventures of Black Squadron concludes its run in the pages of Star Wars: Poe Dameron #31 in an inspiring, almost poetic manner, while the mysteries of the force prove to much to ignore as a former employer comes calling in Star Wars: Doctor Aphra #24. In A Star Wars Comic #17, Jim Mello and Alex Ray proffer a compelling story of duty, honor and sacrifice, but ask if it's forced, and not embraced, is it the same? This week's Star Wars comics include: Star Wars #55 (The concluding episode to the "Hope Dies" arc) and Star Wars Adventures: Tales From Vader's Castle #1 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, September 25, 2018
Episode #80 -- Take a Chance on Me
There's a crisis in continuity, again, as Star Wars #54 kills off a familiar Rogue One face, while the Falcon is taken to Vandor for a new reason in Lando: Double or Nothing #5, the final issue of the mini series. We're also joined by Peabody Award-winning writer Rodney Barnes to talk about what went into making the second Lando mini series so memorable, the challenges of writing a Star Wars comic and his love of the Saga writ large. This week's Star Wars comics include: Poe Dameron #31 (The concluding issue)Doctor Aphra #24Star Wars Adventures #14A Star Wars Comic #17 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, September 18, 2018
Episode #79 -- Sugarfoot
In the last issue of The Last Jedi Adaptation #6 there's a redemption that plays out so well, it should have been in the film it was adapting. In the pages of Darth Vader #21, there's an image of Anakin so horrifying that you'll need to pour bleach on your brain. We're also beginning a new segment: A letters page. Ben Lewitt joins Jeff and Matt to talk about character representation in the pages of Doctor Aphra Annual #2. It's an intriguing discussion. This week's Star Wars comics include: Star Wars #54Lando: Double or Nothing #5Star Wars: Doctor Aphra Hardcover (Collects Issues 1-8, The Screaming Citadel #1 and Star Wars #31-32)Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Menace Revealed Trade Paperback (Collects Star Wars: Jango Fett -- Open Seasons #1-4, Star Wars (1998) #7-18 and material from Star Wars Tales #8, #21-24) Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, September 11, 2018
Episode #78 -- The Captain of Her Heart
Nock this one down for the ages: Doctor Aphra Annual #2 was a true gem, not just because of Winloss and Nokk, but as a prime example of how an annual can advance a regular series, too. Similarly, the action in Star Wars #53 did not disappoint, with the hyper pace akin to jumping into hyperspace. Join Jeff and Matt as they explain why in the latest episode of the podcast This week's Star Wars comics include: The Last Jedi Adaptation #6Darth Vader #21Star Wars: Thrawn Trade Paperback (Collects Issues 1-6)Darth Vader Vol. 3, "Burning Seas" Trade Paperback (Collects Issues 13-18, Darth Vader Annual #2) Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, September 04, 2018
Episode #77 -- Holding Out for a Hero
The Poe Dameron Annual #2 is a solid story that shows why an annual is such a stepping stone for a comics series' wider storytelling reach. Lando: Double or Nothing #4 remains a great example of serial storytelling that blends earnest intent with delusions of grandeur. Find out why we think so in the latest episode. This week's Star Wars comics include: Star Wars #53Doctor Aphra Annual #2 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, August 28, 2018
Episode #76 -- Only Love Can Break Your Heart(s)
Sheev plants the shiv deep into Vader's back while Doctor Aphra contends with a troubled past and a very uncertain future as we discuss the events of Darth Vader #20 and Doctor Aphra #23. There's also news about the addition of Poe Dameron artist Angel Unzueta to the flagship Star Wars monthly title and a second Solo: A Star Wars Story-inspired mini series that starts in November. This week's Star Wars comics include: Lando: Double or Nothing #4Poe Dameron Annual #2Star Wars Adventures #13The Last Jedi Graphic Novel Adaptation Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, August 21, 2018
Episode #75 -- Union of the Snake
From the backstory of Solo: A Star Wars Story's mercurial Tobias Beckett to Charles Soule holding nothing back in the penultimate issue of Poe Dameron, this past week's Marvel Star Wars comics delivered action, daring and an ominous undertone of dread. Join Matt Moore and Jeff McGee as they parse the multilayered intricacies of the Beckett gain in the pages of the wonderfully wrought Star Wars: Beckett one shot, as well as the grandeur and glory of Black Squadron -- that final page! -- of Star Wars: Poe Dameron #30. There's also news, a brief conversation about October's debut of Star Wars: Resistance, John Tyler Christopher's upcoming Jabba the Hutt action-figure variant cover and so much more. This week's Star Wars comics include: Doctor Aphra #23Darth Vader #20Star Wars: The Classic Newspaper Comics Vol. 3 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi and Rebels Reactions.
Thu, August 16, 2018
Episode #74.1 - Young Padawans Edition
Han Solo and Chewbacca face down a deadly droid outbreak while Lando Calrissian offers up some some solid life lessons for a young wanna-be galactic gangster in the pages of IDW Publishing's Star Wars Adventures. Join the Young Padawans -- Emily, Jerry and Micah -- as they go through three full issues of Star Wars Adventures (Free Comic Book Day, #10 and #11) to talk about the lessons learned and why a good idea can help you overcome a desperate situation.
Tue, August 14, 2018
Episode #74 -- Day Care With Darth Vader? What Could Go Wrong?
The much-vaunted and eagerly flaunted "Fortress Vader" story arc begins and it holds nothing back as Darth Vader's descent into despair gains speed. It's an unsettling but enjoyable start to this storyline and is filled with great promise. Just don't get too attached to anyone in the book. This week's Star Wars comics include: Star Wars: Beckett One ShotPoe Dameron #30 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, August 07, 2018
Episode #73 -- From Protocol Expert to Probe Droid
From contextual additions to canonical contemplation, Star Wars #52 and The Last Jedi adaptation #5 provided a host of stellar moments for the Saga, seamlessly blending events from the films into the pages of the comics that were deftly arranged and exploited with satisfaction. Find out why the protocol droid is more probe and how Jyn Erso's sacrifice is etched not just in history, but borne aloft on X-Wings. This week's Star Wars comics include: Darth Vader #19Star Wars #50 (2nd Printing)Star Wars, Vol. 8 (collecting issues #44-49, the Mutiny at Mon Cala arc) Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, July 31, 2018
Episode #72 -- Bors, Spores and So Much More
We're so deep in smit with Doctor Aphra right now it's not even funny. The latest issue, #22, found Jeff and Matt enjoying the rollicking tale, despite the awkwardness of having not one but two lovers show up! The same with Lando: Double or Nothing #3, which is proving to be a worthwhile addition to Lando's long history and is required reading. Did we mention that the latest A Star Wars Comic hit us in the feels? Listen to find out why as we discuss Jim Mello and Alex Ray's latest creation and wonder aloud why these two aren't writing and drawing Star Wars comics for Marvel or IDW. (Seriously, c'mon. Give 'em a book. Now.) We also dive deep into the Star Wars comics news at SDCC. This week's Star Wars comics include: The Last Jedi adaptation #5Star Wars #52 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, July 24, 2018
Episode #71 -- Woe Is Poe, Han's Got Flow and Vader's Gonna Blow
The woes of Poe are compounded by Black Squadron's inability to rally allies to the cause in this, their most desperate hour, in the pages of Poe Dameron #29, while Han Solo proves his mettle, skill and pluck as the best pilot in the galaxy in Star Wars #51 in what portends to be a head-to-head duel with Darth Vader. Finally, in the pages of Darth Vader Annual #2, writer Chuck Wendig weaves associated elements of Star Wars lore from film and the printed page to tell an engaging, if not spirited, whodunit that further cements the oddly balanced relationship and mutual non-aggression pact that is Wilhuff Tarkin and the Dark Lord of the Sith. This week's Star Wars comics include: Doctor Aphra #22Lando: Double or Nothing #3Star Wars Adventures #12A Star Wars Comic #16 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, July 17, 2018
Episode #70 -- The Hunted Was Always Hunting the Hunter
This time it's really Episode #70 and we've got a spirited discussion about Thrawn #6 and whether it should have been six more issues. We're also talking about Darth Vader #18, predicting it may well be the next Star Wars comic to garner an Eisner nomination. Jeff and Matt also wax rhapsodic about what sort of Star Wars comics announcements could come out of San Diego Comic Con this week. A Clone Wars series? The Solo: A Star Wars Story official comics adaptation? Maybe a tie-in to this fall's Star Wars Resistance? How about an Enfys Nest-focused monthly? If you're headed to San Diego Comic Con, enjoy, bring snacks and bottled water. Also be sure to head to some of the panels, too, including: Celebrate the 10-Year Anniversary of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, July 19, 11:45 a.m. in Room 6BCF, moderated by Lattes With Leia co-host and Nerdist Industries managing editor Amy RatcliffeLucasfilm Publishing Panel, July 20, 2-3 p.m. in Room 7ABHer Universe: It's Your Universe, July 21, 11 a.m. in Room 7ABIDW Publishing's Big News Panel, July 21, 1-2 p.m. in Room 25ABC Follow Coffee With Kenobi's Dan Z on Twitter and check CoffeeWithKenobi.com, too, for details. He's attending SDCC and will be livecasting on July 18 at 7 p.m. from the Lucasfilm Pavilion. Look for signings by Star Wars Adventures and Forces of Destiny comics creators in the IDW Booth, too. For a full list of dates, times and writers and artists, visit our Twitter feed. This week's Star Wars comics include: Darth Vader Annual #2Star Wars #51Poe Dameron #29Star Wars, Vol. 3 (Hardcover collecting issues #26-30, 33-37, Annuals 2-3)
Tue, July 10, 2018
Episode #69 -- Hope Is a Four-Letter Word
There's a sublime yet stellar feeling through out the milestone Star Wars #50 as readers' notions of hope, and all that word portends, takes a sinister turn. In the pages of The Last Jedi Adaptation #4, we're entranced with how the creative team has added some complex context to that film's story without detracting from the action in the slightest. We're also keenly interested in how Poe Dameron's actions in The Last Jedi film will play out during his mock court-martial at San Diego Comic Con on July 20 when The Legal Geeks mount a vigorous case against the hot-shot pilot and Black Squadron leader for his mutinous actions against the Resistance during its escape from the First Order. Legal Geeks' Josh Gilliland explains how the court-martial came about, what to expect and more about the law in Star Wars, not to mention whether Doctor Aphra is running afoul of galactic law with her, ahem, acquisition of rare artifacts! Also, we say it's episode #70, but it's episode #69. This saves you from Jeff's snickering. You're welcome. This week's Star Wars comics include: Darth Vader #18Thrawn #6Rogue One HC collecting issues #1-6 and the Cassian & K-2SO one shot Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, July 03, 2018
Episode #68 -- Evil Is as Evil Does or Who Let the Droids Out?
There's a sense of wonder and mystery among this week's Star Wars comics -- Lando: Double or Nothing #2 and Doctor Aphra #21 -- as their namesake characters live up to their reputations in all the right, and wrong, ways. We're also giving shout outs to those of you who so kindly share your digital codes so that we can offer them up on the Twitter feed. Sharing is caring and y'all care so much! Finally, be grateful we don't do this podcast as a video. It was so hot when we were recording, we may have been topless. Maybe. This week's Star Wars comics include: Star Wars #50The Last Jedi Adaptation #4 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, June 26, 2018
Episode #67 -- When Droids Gather, Stories Will Be Told
It's as if thousands of voices cried out in terror and were suddenly silenced. Well, not so much silenced as they learned that Marvel's Star Wars: Poe Dameron series ends its run in September with issue 31, bringing the title that debuted in April 2016 to its conclusion. As fate would have it, Poe Dameron #28 is the topic du jour of this week's episode -- Hey! Thanks, fortuitous timing! -- and if "The Awakening, Part III" is any indication of how the series will end, it's in very good hands. This week's Star Wars comics include: Doctor Aphra #21Lando: Double or Nothing #2 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, June 19, 2018
Episode #66 -- Who Ordered the Blackened Fish?
A darkly disturbing yet satisfying end to the "Mutiny at Mon Cala" story arc in the pages of Darth Vader leaves Jeff and Matt in a reflective mood, while the appearance of Nightswan -- again! -- has them wishing Thrawn was more than six issues long. Also of note is the belated news that Doctor Aphra is getting the exclusive treatment at this year's San Diego Comic-Con, coming as a 3.75" figure and joined by Triple Zero and BT-1. Plans for her individual action figure are still on, too. Excited about the upcoming Star Wars: Jedi -- Fallen Order game? We are, too, but keep a close eye on Darth Vader Vol. 2 for some potential hints. This week's Star Wars comics include: Poe Dameron #28Star Wars Adventures, Vol. 3, "Endangered," collecting issues 6-8 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi and Rebels Reactions.
Mon, June 18, 2018
Episode #65.1 -- Young Padawans Edition
In the latest gathering of the Young Padawans -- Emily, Micah and Jerry, along with Amy and Matt -- we revel in the return of Jaxxon and Amaiza to Star Wars canon as well as the beginning, again, of a beautiful friendship between C-3PO and R2-D2. Join us as we talk about Star Wars Adventures 9 and the 2018 Annual, too. It's the most fun you'll have today. These two issues help emphasize what IDW is doing with the series, providing all-ages fun for readers with a wide assortment of characters and concepts.
Tue, June 12, 2018
Episode #65 -- We Could Be Royally Messed Up
The Empire's hosting a fish fry and everyone is invited, especially if you're part of the Rebel Alliance (and, likely, a traitor, too!). Such is the discussion of Star Wars #49, a fitting, if not startling, end to the "Mutiny of Mon Cala" arc that sets the next story, "Hope Dies" in issue #50 of Marvel's flagship monthly Star Wars title. Meanwhile, in The Last Jedi Adaptation #3, readers are on the receiving end of some important character development courtesy not just of Luke, but Reylo, too. This week's Star Wars comics include: Thrawn #5Darth Vader #17 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, June 05, 2018
Episode #64 -- No Droids Were Harmed in This Podcast
Suave, shifty and morally ambiguous, Lando Calrissian is a complex character. Writer Rodney Barnes, whose eight-issue run of Falcon raised the bar, captures the essence and flair of the self-described scoundrel in Marvel's latest Star Wars comics mini series: Lando: Double or Nothing. Join us as we break down the first of this five-issue series, which is off to a stellar start in every conceivable way, ensuring that we are steadfast "Lando 4 Life." Join us as we break down the first of this five-issue series, which is off to a stellar start in every conceivable way, ensuring that we are steadfast "Lando 4 Life." This week's Star Wars comics include: Star Wars #49Star Wars: The Last Jedi Adaptation #3Star Wars Adventures #11 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi and Rebels Reactions.
Mon, June 04, 2018
Episode #63.1 - Young Padawans Edition
After too long of a hiatus -- elementary and middle school can do that to you -- and so much adulting, it's long past time to reconvene Comics With Kenobi's Young Padawans for an illuminating and quite entertaining discussion of those Star Wars Adventures comics from IDW Publishing. Join the Padawans -- Emily, Jerry and Micah -- along with Matt and Amy, as they talk about issues 6, 7 and 8, and revel in the simple fact that Star Wars was, is and always will be for the young and young at heart. Look for our next episodes covering the 2018 annual, issues 9, 10 and 11, as well as the Free Comic Book Day issue, later this month and in July.
Tue, May 29, 2018
Episode #63 -- None Is Better Than One, Or When the Fish is Fillet
Doctor Aphra's gone to jail, Mon Cala's king gets charred, Rey finds her balance and Sana Starros and Luke Skywalker encounter a very miffed, but nostalgic Darth Vader as the Sith rule of two gets tossed out the window to better avoid Palpatine's wrath. Meanwhile, an old friend from the now-Legends Heir to the Empire trilogy sees the best in Han Solo and Chewbacca. Such are the previous week's Star Wars comics, as well as our contained reaction to Solo: A Star Wars Story, news about Marvel's August Star Wars comics and so much more. Remember, if you're reading Star Wars comics "... with us, you're in this life for good." The comics in this week's episode: The Last Jedi Adaptation #2Doctor Aphra #20A Star Wars Comic #15Star Wars #48Star Wars Annual #4 This week's comics include: Star Wars: Lando -- Double or Nothing #1 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, May 22, 2018
Episode #62 -- The Banana Is for Scale
Salutations, celebrations, true love can't wait and gravity-skipping bananas (not to scale) dominate this episode with just Star Wars: Poe Dameron 27 at the center of our discussion. We're also dropping recommendations for books and comics to read ahead of this week's Solo: A Star Wars Story and ruminating on sweet home Chicago, the home to Star Wars Celebration 2019. This week's Star Wars comics include: Star Wars 48Star Wars Annual 4The Last Jedi Adaptation 2Doctor Aphra 20A Star Wars Comic 15 The Epic Collection, The Empire, Vol. IV (Collects Darth Vader and the Cry of Shadows 1-5; Jabba the Hutt: The Gaar Suppoon Hit, The Hunger of Princess Nampi, The Dynasty Trap and Betrayal; Boba Fett: Enemy of the Empire 1-4; material from Star Wars Tales 7, 11-12, 15 and 18-20 and the Star Wars: Visionaries Original Graphic Novel, Dark Horse Presents and the Free Comic Book Day 2012 Star Wars issue.) Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, May 15, 2018
Episode #61 -- Drowned in Blood, Bathed in Porgs and those Red Eyes
Blood, porgs, flashbacks, surprise reveals and water, lots and lots of water. From Mon Cala to Ach-To, this past week's Star Wars comics enveloped one end of the Saga to the other and did not disappoint. Join us for this week's episode as we break down the events of Darth Vader #16 -- arguably the single most stunning Star Wars comic issue this year, so far -- as well as the solidly paced adaptation of The Last Jedi #1 and the worthwhile Thrawn #4. We also talk about the fifth anniversary of Coffee With Kenobi, how it's grown and how happy we are to be part of the family. There's also mention of Daniel Jose Older's thoughts about what Star Wars comics he'd be keen on writing and, more importantly, about whom. Finally, if you're a fan of original art, be sure to check out artist Michael Walsh's web site for a chance to purchase his original art from The Last Jedi #1. This week's Star Wars comics include: Poe Dameron 27Poe Dameron, Vol. 4 Trade Paperback, collecting issues 20-25 and Annual 1 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, May 08, 2018
Episode #60 -- Daisy Makes Three
Jeff, Matt and ... Daisy make three? No, not that Daisy, the other Daisy, who weighs in with a woof as we discuss the events of Part IV of "Mutiny at Mon Cala" in the pages of Star Wars #47. We're also discussing, at length, the future of the Poe Dameron series, given its sliding sales stats, Charles Soule's plans for his other Star Wars comics title -- Vader's fortress can be a scary castle, it's true -- as well as the April sales estimates for all of Marvel's Star Wars comics. We're also looking ahead to the release of the first volume of the English-language edition of the manga adapting Claudia Gray's Lost Stars novel. This week’s Star Wars comics include: The Last Jedi Adaptation 1Thrawn 4Darth Vader 16 Star Wars Adventures 10Star Wars: Lost Stars, Vol. 1 Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi and Rebels Reactions.
Tue, May 01, 2018
Episode #59 - Water Water Everywhere
No need for bows or ribbons in this episode as we dive deep -- literally and figuratively -- into Darth Vader #15 and revel in the riveting weirdness of Doctor Aphra #19. Both issues are some of the finest Star Wars comics we've ever read and it's clear that each has its own particular tack that gets better with each issue. Join us to find out why we think so. Speaking of Doctor Aphra, do check out the in-depth interview with Kieron Gillen and Si Spurrier conducted by Bria Lavorgna for the Star Wars website. And don't forget Free Comic Book Day on May 5. IDW Publishing has a special Star Wars Adventures issue by Cavan Scott, Derek Charm and Tom B. Long that's a must-read (We know, we read it.) This week's Star Wars comics include: _ Star Wars 47 _ Star Wars Adventures Free Comic Book Day Issue _ Thrawn 4
Tue, April 24, 2018
Episode #58 -- Like a Bridge Over Star Wars Waters
We're building the bridges when it comes to Star Wars movies, comics and books, too, speaking with writer Cavan Scott and delving deep into a new story arc in Marvel's superb Poe Dameron series. From The Force Awakens to The Last Jedi in Poe Dameron #26 to news that Star Wars will begin to cross from A New Hope to The Empire Strikes Back starting with issue #50, there's no chasm deep enough to preclude our -- and your -- crossing. Speaking of crossing vast gulfs, writer Cavan Scott joins us for a chat about why he strived, successfully, to bring Jaxxon and Amaiza back into canon, too. Like you, he's a fan of the Star Wars Saga and is among those now contributing to it through his novels (Choose Your Destiny: Han and Chewie Adventure and four volumes of Adventures in Wild Space, including The Escape, The Snare, The Steal and The Cold) as well as comics (Star Wars Adventures) and, we hope, much more to come in the next few months. The new Star Wars comics out this week include: _ Darth Vader #15 _ Doctor Aphra #19 _ Star Wars Adventures 2018 Annual
Tue, April 17, 2018
Episode #57 -- OK, Who Left the Water Running?
All it takes is a spark to light a Rebellion, but a tidal wave goes a long way, too. Such was the lesson learned from Darth Vader #14, while in Thrawn #3, readers learned up close and personal how to succeed in politics when you don't mind leaving behind a trail of human wreckage. Looking ahead? We're excited about what Rodney Barnes told CBR.com about his writing next month's Star Wars: Lando -- Double or Nothing mini series, which sets up the character nicely ahead of his appearance in the Solo: A Star Wars Story film. The new Star Wars comics out this week include: _ Poe Dameron #26 _ Star Wars Adventures #9 _ Star Wars Adventures 2018 Annual
Tue, April 10, 2018
Episode #56 -- Everybody Poops in Star Wars
We learned something new about Star Wars from this past week's comics: Everybody poops. The Solo: A Star Wars Story trailer came out just before we began recording. Our thoughts? "I've got a good feeling about this." We had good feelings about Star Wars #46 and A Star Wars Comic #14, too. March's Star Wars comics orders, they weren't so low, either, with Star Wars 44 ranked No. 14 on Diamond's Top 100 orders for March, followed by issue 45 at 17 and Darth Vader 13 at No. 18. Doctor Aphra 18 came in at No. 59 and was followed by Poe Dameron 25 at No. 88. Speaking of Darth Vader and Poe Dameron, those series' writer, Charles Soule, has his first novel out now. We've read The Oracle Year and can say, with authority, it's good. Meanwhile, Daniel Jose Older's Last Shot novel features Sana Starros in it, whose first appearance came in the pages of Star Wars Vol. 2. Read an excerpt of the book, due out April 17, at the Star Wars web site. Lastly, Gary Whitta, who is writing the upcoming The Last Jedi comics adaptation, disclosed on Twitter that he's working on a possible remake of the 1980s sci-fi flick The Last Starfighter, which has us totally stoked. The new Star Wars comics out this week include: _ Thrawn #3 _ Darth Vader #14
Tue, April 03, 2018
Episode #55 -- A Weird World for Doctor Aphra
There's a soap-opera style appeal to the latest issue of Doctor Aphra, the lone Marvel Star Wars comic that Jeff McGee and Matt Moore sat down to discuss in detail in this episode. Also in the fray with issue 18? Weird but wonderful horror and bio-warfare experiments never seen before. As for news? Jaxxon's back in canon and he's bringing Amaiza with him! While we were aware the Lepi's return was imminent, writer Cavan Scott shed a great deal more light about the character bouncing back into the Star Wars firmament. He, artist Mauricet and colorist Chris Fenoglio have written backup story to Star Wars Adventures Annual 1, which is out April 18. Want a copy? Head to your local comics shop and give them pre-order code FEB180374. The new Star Wars comics out this week include: _ Star Wars #46 _ Star Wars Vol. 7 TPB _ Star Wars: A New Hope -- 40th Anniversary Hardcover Collection
Tue, March 27, 2018
Episode #54 -- Love and Marriage and Milk
Marvel's Star Wars comics have a new group editor, while Charles Soule has offered up some splendid detail about the Poe Dameron series in an interview at Marvel.com about its past and its future, making our discussion of Poe Dameron #25 that more involved. In Star Wars #45, Kieron Gillen was very prescient about the role milk plays in the life of Luke Skywalker. We also want to be sure you're aware of the Looking for Leia project, an edifying and entertaining docu-series that should -- we hope -- find a home on a streaming service, sooner than later. The new Star Wars comics out this week include: _ Doctor Aphra #18 _ Star Wars Adventures #8 _ A Star Wars Comic #14
Tue, March 20, 2018
Episode #53: Let's Do the Time Warp Again
We're doing the time warp as Star Wars continuity takes a hit, then course corrects (at least digitally) as we dive into Darth Vader #13 and see Imperial philosophy up close and personal in Thrawn #2. There's even a mystery Jedi that has us pondering the events of Christie Golden's Dark Disciple novel. Not included? News that inaugural line editor Jordan D. White is stepping down to take over as group editor Marvel's X-books. Taking his place as Star Wars group editor is Mark Paniccia. A change at the top is likely to augur even more down below. What's to come? We'll find out. We'll have thoughts about the change in next week's episode. The new Star Wars comics out this week include: _ Star Wars #45 _ Poe Dameron #25
Tue, March 13, 2018
Episode #52: A Steady Stream of Star Wars Comics Departures
A flood of departures washes over Marvel and IDW comics, including long-time editor Heather Antos of Marvel and IDW chief creative officer Chris Ryall and PR guru and super scribe Steven Scott. Meanwhile, there's news to be had about Star Wars Adventures' Free Comic Book Day offering, LINE's decision to adapt Claudia Gray's novel, Leia, Princess of Alderaan, for its web site starting in May, Star Wars' comics return to the industry's monthly Top 10 sales charts and some conjecture about Jaxxon. And did we mention that we parse, dissect and discuss Star Wars #44, the beginning of a new story arc focused on Mon Cala? It's true. We do. The new Star Wars comics out this week include: _ Darth Vader #13 _ Thrawn #2
Tue, March 06, 2018
Episode #51: Later Vader Haters
Vader tells his haters "Later!" and learns a lesson about what it means to not just hold power, but be its fist, too, (here's a hint: Friend are hard to come by), as Comics With Kenobi tackles Star Wars: Darth Vader #12, talk about the news of Jaxxon's return to the canon and toss out some recommendations for those seeeking to dive deeper into the Dark Horse Comics-published library of Star Wars comics. Star Wars comics out this week include: _ Star Wars Adventures #7 _ Star Wars #44
Wed, February 28, 2018
Episode #50: The 50th Issue
Doctor Aphra's feeling conflicted and Hera Syndulla finds herself in a dangerous situation as Comics With Kenobi celebrates its 50th episode by doing exactly what we've done since we began back in 2015! Jeff McGee and Matt More breakdown the events of Marvel's Star Wars: Doctor Aphra #17 and discuss the edifying interview that Newsarama's Chris Arrant did with Marvel Star Wars comics editor Jordan D. White. The new Star Wars comics out this week include: _ Star Wars: Darth Vader (Vol. 2) #12 _ Star Wars: Jedi of the Republic -- Mace Windu TPB
Tue, February 20, 2018
Episode #49 -- Thrawn's Locks, Vader's Lonely and Terex Is Loopy
Terex has a bolt loose, Vader's got a price on his head and Thrawn's locks are luscious. We're beyond head canon in this episode of Comics With Kenobi as Jeff McGee and Matt Moore dive into Star Wars: Poe Dameron #24, Star Wars: Darth Vader #11 and the much anticipated debut of the first issue of the six-issue Star Wars: Thrawn adaptation of Timothy Zahn's 2017 novel. We also break down the reveals about comics from Marvel and IDW Publishing that tie in to May's release of Solo: A Star Wars Story and what effect they, and the film, will have on those titles, as well as information about Doctor Aphra making the leap from the pages of comics to the shelves of toy collectors, too, thanks to loyal fans and Hasbro. The new Star Wars comics out this week include: _ Doctor Aphra #17
Tue, February 13, 2018
Episode #48 -- A Not-So-New Hope for Marvel's Star Wars Comic
Kieron Gillen's first arc on Marvel's flagship monthly Star Wars title comes to an end and sets the stage for something more hopeful going forward. With just one issue to discuss, that gives us time to address some listener mail and what great questions we got from Ryan Sime, Cameron Kieffer and Sam Bradbury, too. We think you'll like what they asked and what we answered. The new Star Wars comics out this week include: _ Darth Vader #11 _ Poe Dameron #24 _ Thrawn #1 (This is the first issue of a six-part adaptation of Timothy Zahn's 2017 Thrawn novel.)
Tue, February 06, 2018
Episode #47 -- Keyser Söze, Aphra's Kiss and Rose's Grand Plan
IDW Publishing's Forces of Destiny draws to a close, readers find out what, exactly, got DJ into that jail cell in Canto Bight and Doctor Aphra proves that yes, Watts, she can deliver a kiss that kills. Join us for the latest episode as we examine the ins and outs of Star Wars: The Last Jedi -- DJ: Most Wanted, Doctor Aphra #16 and Star Wars: Forces of Destiny -- Rose & Paige. In news, we discuss the announcement of The Last Jedi six-issue mini-series adaptation of the film, noting, with some satisfaction that it will feature never-before-seen material. Written by Gary Whitta and illustrated by Michael Walsh and Mike Spicer, the first two issues will be out in May. The new Star Wars comics out this week include: _ Star Wars #43
Tue, January 30, 2018
Episode #46: The Poe, Plo, Padme and Ahsoka Show
Three issues, including the now bi-monthly A Star Wars Comic. Poe Dameron wings closer to The Force Awakens and Ahsoka learns when to adapt in Forces of Destiny. Mon Cala features in April's issues of Star Wars and Darth Vader. Matt Leahy asks: Should there be more opportunities for tie-in stories, such as the Vader Down crossover event? Free Comic Book Day is May 5 and IDW will release a Cavan Scott-penned and Derek Charm-illustrated Star Wars Adventures story featuring bounty hunters Zuckuss and 4-LOM set before A New Hope. Out May 1 is the English translation of the Lost Stars manga, adapted from Claudia Gray's novel. Star Wars comics out this week: _ The Last Jedi -- DJ: Most Wanted _ Forces of Destiny -- Rose & Paige _ Doctor Aphra #16 Send us a note and tell us what you thought of the show or share a recipe. Here's one from listener Andrew Firewolf: Chili Casserole _Two bags Fritos or one bag of a thick-style tortilla chips (think Mission Tortilla Chips) _ Shredded cheese (your choice) _ Two cans chili (perferably ones that are laden with lots of beans and meat) _ Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit _ In a glass, rectangular dish, place chips on pan bottom and crush, add layer of cheese to your taste, then add two cans of chili. Spread evenly across the cheese from one side to the other, then cover with cheese. Add another layer of chips and top with more cheese. Place in oven and cook for 15 minutes. Add a side of greens and fruit -- peaches recommended -- and serve. (Serves 6-8 people)
Tue, January 23, 2018
Episode #45 -- Han's Captain Now and Hera Leads the Leaders
It's a pair of powerful stories as both Marvel and IDW Publishing's Star Wars comics deliver potent writing that ties into ongoing events in Star Wars: Rebels and builds a bridge to Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Writers Kieron Gillen and Devin Grayson have penned separate yet equally weighted missives on on what it means to lead and be led in the pages of Star Wars #42 and Star Wars: Forces of Destiny -- Hera. In news, checkout the interviews that action-figure variant cover artist John Tyler Christopher did with Wookiee Radio and listen to Marvel editor Heather Antos on the new Steele Wars podcast episode that was recorded live in New York. We also broke down the top-selling Star Wars comics for 2017, with some notable surprises as to what was in demand and what wasn't. The new Star Wars comics out this week include: _ Star Wars: Poe Dameron #23 _ Star Wars: Forces of Destiny -- Ahsoka & Padme _ A Star Wars Comic: Allies
Wed, January 17, 2018
Episode #44 -- Delilah S. Dawson Interview
From Phasma to Porgs, writer Delilah S. Dawson is a fan favorite among Star Wars literati and, now, thanks to her work on IDW Publishing's Star Wars Adventures and Star Wars: Forces of Destiny, comics, too. A writer of renown and long-time Star Wars fan, she joined us to talk about her stories in Star Wars Adventures #5 and #6, as well as the upcoming Forces of Destiny -- Rose and Paige, along with her career putting pen to paper to create such stirring stories. So sit back and enjoy this Comics With Kenobi conversation and afterward, be sure to check out Dawson's web site, www.whimsydark.com, and follow her on Twitter, too.
Tue, January 16, 2018
Episode #43: A Milestone, the Future Is Forced and a Rey of Light
Marvel's team behind Darth Vader Vol. 2 delivers a knockout punch, a history lesson and road map for the future in the pages of issue #10, while in IDW Publishing's latest Forces of Destiny offering focused on Rey suffers no sophomore slump. In news, we mark the third anniversary of Marvel's Star Wars comics (visit Jedi Bibliothek for more detail). We also learn who those Force-sensitive kids in Darth Vader #10 are, whom they were inspired by and why such Easter eggs are in comics. The new Star Wars comics out this week include: _ Star Wars #42 _ Star Wars Adventures #6 _ Star Wars: Forces of Destiny -- Hera
Tue, January 09, 2018
Episode #42: The Forces of Star Wars Destiny Are Strong
IDW Publishing makes a strong debut with the first of its five-issue Star Wars: Forces of Destiny series, while in the pages of Marvel's flagship Star Wars monthly, Luke Skywalker's bright light dims as he tackles a very real vestige of the dark side on the Jedha moon in issue 41 of Star Wars. In news, comics fans who enjoy reading head canon should take a look at the latest offering from Sam Bradbury, a budding comics writer and artist from Manchester in the U.K. The first issue of his series, titled "Spark of Defiance," is available on the Bradbury Comics web site. Also, a question: Why was Marvel editor Heather Antos watching "Revenge of the Sith" for work? We have some half-hearted, humorous and wholly ill-informed guesses. Star Wars comics out this week include: _ Darth Vader #10 _ Star Wars: Forces of Destiny — Rey
Tue, January 02, 2018
Episode #41.1: Young Padawans Edition
Luke goes missing and Leia goes undercover, while Emil Graf shares stories about how bullies can be overcome not by force, but by compassion, and gives us a history of ... PORGS! The Young Padawans -- Emily and Micah -- join Amy, Jeff and Matt to talk about the tales told in IDW Publishing's Star Wars Adventures #4 and #5. Both issues feature stories written by Ben Acker and Ben Blacker, Landry Q. Walker and Delilah S. Dawson, with art by Eric Jones, Annie Wu and Arianna Florean, colors by Charlie Kirchoff and Lee Loughridge and letters by Tom B. Long and Christa Miesner. And let's not forget the editorial guidance from Peter Adrian Behravesh, Bobby Curnow and Denton J. Tipton, too! We guarantee it to be porg-tastic!
Mon, January 01, 2018
Episode #41: That Time Tex Hex Took on the Rebel Alliance
Bravestarr's Tex Hex makes his Star Wars Saga debut, while Mace Windu gets a lesson in humility -- or does he? -- in the Marvel-published Star Wars comics that were released Dec. 27. Were they worth the time and money? Listen as Jeff and Matt discuss each issue' pros and cons, as well as news that A Star Wars Comic will begin is second year on Jan. 25 with issue #13. The comics we read this week include: _ Star Wars: Jedi of the Republic -- Mace Windu #5 _ The Last Jedi: Storms of Crait The new Star Wars comics out the week of Jan. 1, include: _ Star Wars #40 _ Star Wars: Forces of Destiny -- Leia
Wed, December 27, 2017
Episode #40: Doctor Aphra 15, Poe Dameron 22 and A Star Wars Comic 12
Crooks, cons, mercs, ne'er do wells and a loving tribute to Carrie Fisher on the first anniversary of her untimely passing. It's all that, plus details about Star Wars: Rebels' Hera Syndulla's upcoming appearances in IDW Publishing's Star Wars: Forces of Destiny mini series and March's Doctor Aphra #18, as well as the Loot Crate-only edition of Star Wars Adventures' Destroyer Down 60-page comic book. The comics we read this week include: _ Doctor Aphra #15 _ Poe Dameron #22 _ A Star Wars Comic #12 New Star Wars comics out today, Dec. 27, include: _Star Wars: Jedi of the Republic -- Mace Windu #5 _Star Wars: The Last Jedi -- Storms of Crait One-Shot _ Star Wars Adventures #5
Mon, December 18, 2017
Episode #39 -- Star Wars #40, Darth Vader #9 and A Star Wars Comic Annual #1: The Last Jedi
This week's episode brings us news about the upcoming The Last Jedi: Storms of Crait one shot out Dec. 27, some decidedly nonspoilery talk about Star Wars: The Last Jedi film as well as conversation about the preceding week's Star Wars comics from Marvel and Jim Mello and Alex Ray's first-ever annual for A Star Wars Comic. Comics reviewed this week include: _ Star Wars #40 _ Darth Vader #9 _ A Star Wars Comic Annual #1: The Last Jedi
Mon, December 11, 2017
Episode #38: A Star Wars Comic Interview With Alex Ray and Jim Mello
It’s an extra-special special episode as we sit down with Alex Ray and Jim Mello, co-creators of the wildly popular and strikingly imaginative A Star Wars Comic as we mark the completion of a year’s worth of stories and tales from a galaxy far, far away in our respective head canon. They’ve taken us — and you — from one end of the Star Wars galaxy to another, introducing new characters alongside with old favorites. In short, it’s been a wild ride and while we knew it’s time would come to an end with the final six-page issue on Dec. 27. Except for one thing: WE WERE WRONG! Listen to find out why!
Tue, December 05, 2017
Episode #37
Plenty to be thankful for when it came to Marvel's November slate of Star Wars comics, including a pair of double-dips for the Star Wars and Darth Vader series. Reading Poe Dameron gave us all kinds of feels, especially if you harbor affection for not just Leia Organa, but Padme Amidala. Meanwhile, Alex Ray and Jim Mello struck gold with their latest issue of A Star Wars Comic where a Gonk droid serves as the focal point of a certain view from A New Hope. It's a shame the series is drawing to a close, but we've got high hopes they'll find a way to keep it going. Star Wars comics reviewed this month, include: Star Wars #38 and #39 Doctor Aphra #14 Darth Vader #7 and #8 Poe Dameron #21 A Star Wars Comic #11 Star Wars: Jedi of the Republic — Mace Windu #4
Sat, November 18, 2017
Episode #36.1 - Young Padawans Edition
It’s another episode of our youngling — and not so youngling — focused Young Padawans Edition. Matt Moore, Jeff McGee and Amy Wishman Nalan are joined by Emily, Jerry and Micah to discuss IDW Publishing’s Star Wars Adventures #3, featuring stories by Landry Q. Walker, Alan Tudyk and Shannon Denton, with art by Eric Jones, Arianna Florean, letters by Tom B. Long and Christa Miesner and colors by Monica Kubina. What did the padawans think of Finn’s adventures with a cute, purple pest and K-2SO’s Adventures in wookiee-Sitting? Listen and find out!
Fri, November 10, 2017
Episode #36
Views, news and reviews as Jeff McGee and Matt Moore tackle October’s prodigious output of Star Wars comics from Marvel Entertainment. Plenty of hits, some misses, but definitely a full complement far-reaching stories that continue to add to the complex layers of characters we’ve been following for years, if not decades, along with some careful consideration about events between Revenge of the Sith and Star Wars Rebels, along with happenings between A New Hope and The Empire Strikes Back. Be sure to stay in touch and update by following us on Twitter and Facebook. It’s a great way to know what’s coming, what’s going As always, if you like what you hear, be sure to head to iTunes and leave a review. We read what you write and take it to heart.
Mon, October 09, 2017
Episode #35.1: Young Padawans Edition
You wondered, aloud even: "Where's the discussion about IDW Publishing's Star Wars Adventures?" It's right here! We were intrigued when IDW, in announcing the new series earlier this year, noted that its stories were aimed at younglings and younglings at heart. After two issues, it's obvious there's no better way to explain the delightfully scripted and superbly illustrated stories. In the spirit of this comic, we're taking a different tack with Star War Adventures. Writer and podcaster Amy Wisman Nalan is joining not just Jeff McGee and Matt Moore, but a trio of young padawans -- Emily, Jerry and Micah -- to talk about each month's adventures in the pages of this comic book. Enjoy our inaugural outing and come back monthly to hear this group younglings and younglings at heart talk about Star Wars Adventures. We think you'll like it. In fact, we're hoping you'll listen and decide: "A full portion!"
Tue, October 03, 2017
Episode #35
It's autumn up here in our hemisphere. While leaves are falling, and the countdown clock is flipping closer and closer to Star Wars: The Last Jedi, we're slating our Star Wars thirst with a bevy of Star Wars comics from Marvel and IDW Publishing, as well as a couple of young upstarts from down in central Florida, too. September's comics ran the gamut from Prequel Trilogy-era events in the Clone Warsto Original Trilogy-era nefariousness to Sequel Trilogy-era malfeasance. There was also a Dickensian-inspired Sithmas carol that brought us a bunch of Darths, including Bane, Malgusand Vader. Star Wars comics reviewed this month, include: _ Rogue One #6 _ Star Wars #36 _ Star Wars Annual #3 _ Doctor Aphra #12 _ Darth Vader #5 _ Journey to Star Wars: The Last Jedi -- Captain Phasma #1 and #2 _ Poe Dameron #19 _ A Star Wars Comic #9 _ Star Wars: Jedi of the Republic — Mace Windu #2
Tue, September 05, 2017
Episode #34
The summer has wound done, but the Star Wars comics show no sign of abating. August? It reached a new level, with 10 titles out last month. This episode has lots of conversation and constructive criticism, along with news you can use, including details about Si Spurrier joining the writing team with Kieron Gillen for Doctor Aphra, as well as Jason Aaron's dissection of his long run on Marvel's flagship monthly Star Wars title with SyFy Wire's Mike Avila. Given that Gillen is taking over for Aaron with issue 38, we thought it was mighty interesting that Salvador Larroca posted a picture of Benthic Two Tubes from Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Of even more interest? His remarks to us via Twitter that he's got big plans for Benthic in Star Wars. And don't forget, this week marks the debut of IDW Publishing's Star Wars Adventures, so get ready and get your copies. (We've got some big plans for this new series. You'll see.)
Tue, August 01, 2017
Episode #33
With July done, it's time to revisit the month's bounty of Star Wars comics from Marvel and A Star Wars Comic. We suggest you get a milkshake to savor while you listen. (#MakeMineMilkshake) There's more detail about the Thrawn mini series announced at San Diego Comic-Con, which debuts in February in this episode. Finally, Jeff McGee and Matt Moore discuss the upcoming change in writers on Marvel's flagship Star Wars monthly. Writer Jason Aaron is exitingwith issue 37. He'll be replaced by Kieron Gillen, whose 25 issues of Star Wars: Darth Vader (Vol. I) were a critical and commercial success. Gillen will continue writing Star Wars: Doctor Aphra for at least another year, too. Star Wars comics reviewed this month? _ Rogue One #4 _ Star Wars #33 _ Poe Dameron #17 _ Darth Maul #5 _ Darth Vader #3 _ Doctor Aphra #9 and #10
Wed, July 05, 2017
Episode #32
Gather up your java, tea and more and pull those Star Wars comics out of the bags as we dive into June's issues from Marvel. Co-hosts Matt Moore and Jeff McGee have found much to discuss in regard to the conclusion of The Screaming Citadel, the ongoing adventures of Poe Dameron as well as the latest installment of A Star Wars Comics. There's also news about Star Wars Adventures at San Diego Comic-Con and some tidbits about this month's comics, too. It's another long one, but, you know, it's good problem to have, all these Star Wars comics.
Tue, June 06, 2017
Episode #31
Sit down, pour a cup of joe and relax. Be at one with the Force as we discuss all the comics from May -- and we mean all of them. Apologies for the length of this show -- it's more than two-and-a-half hours -- but there was a great deal to discuss about the events of (The) Screaming Citadel crossover that's gone through three of its five chapters in its namesake one-shot, Star Wars No. 31 and issue seven of Star Wars: Doctor Aphra. (At this rate, our show discussing August's comics will last three days!) Co-hosts Jeff McGee and Matt Moore also delved into loss and longing, as typified in the events of Star Wars: Poe Dameron 14 and 15. Tears were shed, we won't lie. They also talk about Star Wars: Rogue One No. 2, the film adaptation that continues to shine and the latest installment of A Star Wars Comic, too. We've also got an interview with Chris Ryall, IDW's chief creative officer, who joined us shed some more light on the upcoming Star Wars Adventuresmonthly title coming this fall. We don't want to give too much away in advance, but we will leave you with a tidbit: Jaxxon. Listen to know more. Now, the fine print: We know you listen because you enjoy the format. We also know that you listen because we provide content others don't, namely interviews and more. We'll keep doing that, but when we do have interviews, we'll release them separately as a mid-month offering.
Tue, May 02, 2017
Episode #30
April proved a pivotal month for Star Wars comics. From the first issue of Marvel's Rogue One adaptation, which provided some context and details not seen in the film, to the conclusion of story arcs in Star Wars 30 and Star Wars: Doctor Aphra 6, along with the passing of a beloved member of the Resistance's Black Squadron in Star Wars: Poe Dameron 13, there was plenty of pathos and high adventure to be had. Co-hosts Matt Moore and Jeff McGee were suitably impressed with Star Wars: Darth Maul 3, which continued to build nuanced layer after nuanced layer on a Zabrak who began life seemingly as a throwaway character, but has grown to become one of the Star Wars Saga's most enduring and utterly complex characters. And there's the fourth installment of A Star Wars Comic, the monthly six-page tale by Jim Mello and Alex Ray that continues to attract with thoughtfully written and artfully composed stories. Also featured on this month's episode? The debut of the new Facebook page (hello, 2012!), reminiscing about Star Wars Celebration Orlando (no wrist bands needed for that portion of the show) and Jeff's short chat with the director of the Starlight Foundation, a charity that works to bring
Tue, April 04, 2017
Episode #29
March came in like a lion but didn't end like a lamb, at least not in the pages of Marvel's Star Wars comics, that's for certain. Join us we take a deep dive into the latest issues of Star Wars: Darth Maul #2, Star Wars: Poe Dameron #12 and Star Wars: Doctor Aphra #5. We're also looking ahead to Star Wars Celebration in Orlando, too, with details about the Coffee With Kenobi Podcast meet-up, panels that are focused on Star Wars comics along with pertinent details about what you can get from us, cheap as free if you're going to the big event. Our chief question? What will Celebration mean for Marvel's Star Wars comics? We don't know, yet, but one thing's for certain: Don't stop believing. For the second part of this episode, hosts Matt Moore and Jeff McGee talk with Otis Frampton, the comics artist behind the series Oddly Normal who is waging a social media campaign for Marvel to publish his proposed Jawa Adventures comics series that blends both humor and more about the Saga's favorite purveyors of quality droids and more. You may also know Frampton from his work on the amazingly creative and
Tue, March 07, 2017
Episode #28
February was a light month for StarWars yet remained a critical moment for the entire line, with stories in Star Wars: Poe Dameron 11, Star Wars: Doctor Aphra 4 and Star Wars #29 holding true to ongoing storylines that keep pace with expanding the Saga's character development and exploration of events before the events of the prequel trilogies and the original trilogies, along with ahead of events in The Force Awakens. We've also got a special guest this issue, artist Mike Mayhew, whose work on the vaunted one-shot Obi-Wan Kenobi stories in Marvel's flagship StarWars monthly (we dubbed them Obi-Wan Shots) gave readers new insight into not just the last of the Jedi Knights' time on Tatooine, but an edifying and entertaining glimpse into Luke Skywalker, too. Mayhew's work is a dream to behold -- that's not hyperbole -- and he's got a knack for taking characters we all know and love and proffering new views of them, particularly when they're younger -- Luke -- or in middle age just before old age (Hello there, Ben Kenobi!).
Tue, February 07, 2017
Episode #27
We're two years in and then some in this grand experiment of Marvel's Star Wars comics. We have to admit, it's been a heck of a run. In this episode, we're talking the releases from January and the first week of February. We interview with comic creators Alex Ray and Jim Mello. The artist and writer from Florida created A Star Wars Comic, a monthly fan-made comic that takes readers -- in just six pages -- deeper into the Star Wars head canon. They join us to discuss the first of what's expected to be a monthly offering, the tale of Benthic Two Tubes, seen in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. The duo has an amazing history together. If the first issue is any indication, it won't be long until we're reading their tales in the pages of Marvel. From there, Jeff McGee and Matt Moore tackle the latest titles from Marvel. They include Star Wars: Doctor Aphra 3, Star Wars 27 and 28, Star Wars: Poe Dameron
Thu, January 05, 2017
Episode #26
For our last episode of 2016 -- and the first of 2017 -- we dive deep into the four Marvel Star Wars comics that made December so stirring. They featured tales of adventure, intrigue, daring and, yes, heroism in all its forms, subtle and small. We start off with Star Wars: Poe Dameron #9, and are immediately drawn into the role that C-3PO plays. Is he, in fact, a super stealthy agent of espionage? Is that loquacious fretting merely a cover? Meanwhile, in Star Wars #26 (what a story!) we get our first look at a pre-The Phantom Menace Yoda as the series starts a multi-issue arc that draws its inspiration from the journals of Obi-Wan Kenobi. Finally, we embrace with gusto the first two issues of Star Wars: Doctor Aphra, written by Kieron Gillen and drawn by Kev Walker. It bears repeating that this is a milestone debut, given it's the first time a Star Wars character created for the comics is headlining a solo title. We had high hopes. Were they met? You bet. We also talk about the tremendously done fan project Star Wars: Tales From the Far, Far Away shepherded by writers Michael Moreci and Tim Daniel. It's so well done and deserving of your attention. The fact that it's only the second time they've done so should add to your excitement.
Fri, December 02, 2016
Episode #25
Oh my. So much Star Wars comics from November in this episode. So much we even had to include an issue from December, too, to be sure we got them all. How many? Six. Just like the original trilogy plus the prequel trilogy. But it's worth every audio minute and every single panel on every single page to hear Jeff McGee and Matt Moore get a bit emotional over the conclusion of the deftly written Star Wars: Han Solo mini-series, as well as the adroitly executed eighth of issue of Star Wars: Poe Dameron. Then there's the superb storytelling of the Star Wars Annual #2 and the conclusion of "Last Flight of the Harbinger" in the main Star Wars monthly. Lastly, we conclude the adaptation of The Force Awakens mini-series by diving into issues five and six.
Fri, November 04, 2016
Episode #24
It's finally here. It took three recording sessions, six World Series games (Spoilers: CUBS WIN!), two trans-Atlantic crossings, one move and MULTIPLE cups of coffee, but episode 24 is ready for your listening pleasure. We've got a special guest, too, a certain Coffee With Kenobi co-founder by the name of Dan Zehr who joins us to discuss the riveting concluding issue of Darth Vader #25, along with the intriguing coda that filled out the massive issue. Then it's on to Star Wars: Poe Dameron #7, Star Wars #24 and Star Wars: Han Solo #4 for your co-hosts Matt Moore and Jeff McGee, along with some of the latest news involving Star Wars comics.
Tue, October 11, 2016
Episode #23
After a technical snafu delayed Jeff McGee and Matt Moore, the daring duo have roared back into the Dragon Run to give it another go and what a go it was, what with the latest issues of Star Wars, Star Wars: Poe Dameron and Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Besides comics, we break down the latest news out of the just-concluded New York Comic Con. There's also some detail about December's first two issues of the mercurially titled (for now) Star Wars: Classified, along with a fond look at the upcoming conclusion to Star Wars: Darth Vader.
Fri, September 02, 2016
Episode #22
Despite technology's best effort to thwart them, Jeff McGee and Matt Moore are back for another issue, diving deep into Marvel's Star Wars comics from September, including Star Wars #22, The Force Awakens #3, Han Solo #3, Poe Dameron #5 and Darth Vader #24. There's some fuzzy sound during the episode -- The First Order tried to jam our broadcast, no doubt -- but it's worth getting through it, given the piercing commentary and observation about September's stories.
Fri, August 05, 2016
Episode #21
Find out our thoughts and weigh in with your own as we make the comics equivalent of the Kessel Run through Star Wars #21, Poe Dameron #4, Han Solo #2, The Force Awakens #2 and Darth Vader #23. That's not all, either. We're bringing you up to speed on the latest Marvel Star Wars comics news, too, including what's going on with a third monthly series, what was announced at Star Wars Celebration Europe and San Diego Comic-Con as well as a rather heated discussion about Grand Admiral Thrawn and whether he'd be a great subject for a new mini-series.
Fri, July 01, 2016
Episode #20
We're really flying Solo this episode. Seriously. No lie. Why? Because the first issue of Star Wars: Han Solo came out and we read it. Know what else we read? Everything. If it was a Marvel Star Wars comic and it came out in June, Matt Moore and Jeff McGee read it. It's true. All of it. Know what else is true? Jeff and our special guest, Tom Akel, head of content at LINE Corp., apparently went to the same convention years ago and didn't even know it. Small world, eh? Yes it is. But not small enough to contain us as we talked Star Wars, web comics and so much more with Akel whose company, LINE, brought to the U.S. the excellent English-language version of the Original Trilogy with vibrant art and some new story detail that is part of the canon So, sit back, adjust the volume and listen in and if you agree with our comments and conclusions about the comics we talked about -- Darth Vader, Star Wars, The Force Awakens and Han Solo. If you don't, let us know, too! We're eager to read your thoughts and whys and hows.
Fri, June 03, 2016
Episode #19
We're flying solo for this month's issue. Wait. No, we're not! While Jeff McGee and Matt Moore had expected to have the first issue of Han Solo to discuss, its release was pushed back to later this month. Not to worry, there's plenty to discuss in regard to events in Star Wars #19, Darth Vader #20 and the fifth -- and final -- issue of Obi-wan and Anakin #5 to keep us occupied and in a debating mood.
Fri, May 06, 2016
Episode #18
We're back for this month's issue and what a collection of Star Wars comics that Matt Moore and Jeff McGee have to fuss about and discuss! And phone books. Lots of phone books. (OK, not so much the phone books.) But before we do that, our heartfelt thanks to all who cast their votes for us in the literature category in the first Star Wars Podcast Awards. While we didn't win, your listening to our show, interacting with us on Twitter and enjoying the shared experience of talking about Star Wars comics is what keeps us coming back every month, and then some. In the pages of Star Wars #18, the excellent "Rebel Jail" story arc continues amid crackling dialogue and action from Leia, Sana and Aphra. Meanwhile, in Obi-Wan and Anakin #4, the Jedi Master and his padawan each learn a bit more about each other, themselves and their roles in the wider galaxy. In Darth Vader #19, readers are treated, if only briefly, to a glimpse of the man Vader used to be even as we learn his executive recruiting skills are second to none. And, lastly, yet not leastly, we're introduced to the First Order's own John Waters, Capt. Terrex, a dashing, sardonic yet decidedly non-dastardly villain with a hankering for blue egg omelet in the second issue Poe Dameron.
Tue, April 19, 2016
Episode #17
More than four months after it was supposed to be released, the Star Wars Special: C-3PO one-shot by James Robinson and Tony Harris was finally released on April 13 and Jeff McGee and Matt Moore simply couldn't -- and wouldn't -- wait another two weeks to talk about it. Who could, really? Our verdict? It was worth the wait. Why? Listen to our first -- and not likely last -- one-shot special episode focusing on a special one-shot.
Fri, March 04, 2016
Episode #15 -- Kanan, Darth Vader and Star Wars
Co-hosts Matt Moore and Jeff McGee swing through four issues in this month's outing, including the penultimate issue of our favorite Kanan, as well as back-to-back issues of Darth Vader and, lastly, but not least, the new story arc "Rebel Jail" that begins in the pages of Star Wars 16. We also discuss the big plans Marvel has for the upcoming Star Wars: Poe Dameron monthly that debuts on April 6 in comic shops worldwide, as well as discuss our preference for Mel Brooks' films and so much more.
Fri, February 05, 2016
Episode #14
It's been awhile, but not as long as the wait for Episode VIII is going to be. Still, it was worth it, given co-hosts Matt Moore and Jeff McGee dive into the comics released since our last issue back in January. (Has it really been almost a month?) and also examine the final sales estimates for comics in 2015, as compiled by John Jackson Miller at his Comichron website. Kanan, issue #10 (just two more issues to go until it comes to an end) sees Caleb Dume, the Clone Troopers and Master Billaba draw inexorably closer to the showdown with General Grevious and, of course, a resolution on Kaller with the Rebels team that Kanan is leading. The issue, written by Greg Weisman and illustrated by Pepe Larraz also stands out for its introduction of a new character in its pages who also appeared in the current season of the Rebels TV show. Star Wars #15 is a luxurious tapestry, with Jason Aaron scripting another tale of Ben Kenobi on Tatooine, as he watches over the young Luke Skywalker. From here on out, any such story focused on Ben during his time on the desert world will now be referred worldwide as "an #ObiOneShot." So as it is written, so let it be done.
Fri, January 08, 2016
Episode #13 -- Vader's Down, Kanan's Ending
After a holiday break -- and a momentous distraction at the cinema -- the Star Wars stories in Marvel's comics are calling to us again and are they ever loud! (Have you felt it?) From the conclusion to the best-selling Vader Down crossover to further exploration of a young Caleb Dume's performance as a padawan in the Clone Wars to finding out what, exactly, happened to that medal Chewbacca got for helping to destroy the Death Star, the most recent batch of comics carries the Saga's undercurrents forward and, co-hosts Jeff McGee and Mat Moore theorize, into The Force Awakens. We also examine the decision to cancel Kanan may mean and ponder what could replace it. Then there's the Star Wars effect on 2015's comic sales that saw four Star Wars comics rank among the top 20-selling books for the year.
Fri, December 11, 2015
Episode #12 -- Star Wars Annual #1 and Star Wars #13
While we may be light on issues -- it's just Star Wars Annual #1 and Star Wars #13 -- this 12th issue of Comics With Kenobi is laden with detail and discussion from hosts Matt Moore and Jeff McGee about the ongoing Vader Down Crossover and the pulling back of the curtain on Coruscant, too.
Wed, November 25, 2015
Episode #11 -- Vader Down Begins, Star Wars #12, Chewbacca #4 and Darth Vader #13
Vader is down, but actually Darth Vader is really up. So far up that all the hype surrounding the six-issue crossover IS worth it! He's also amazingly lethal and so precise that it's scary. Sidious plus Dooku plus Darth Maul plus Kylo Ren scary. But that's just one part of this issue of Comics With Kenobi as hosts Jeff McGee and Matt Moore examine how Caleb Dume reacts to becoming a padawan in the pages of Kanan #8 and agreeing that the Han Solo's wife storyline, while intriguing, was a bit of a letdown and, frankly, took far too long to wrap up. Still, Star Wars 12 was dynamic, with Han Solo again taking up a lightsaber, along with Chewbacca and Leia, while readers are -- we think -- introduced to the 501st, aka Vader's Fist, in the new, established canon. Meanwhile, we continue to love on Chewbacca which, with #4, continues to its quick, breezy pace while showcasing not just the wookiee we love, but the pugnacious Zarro, too. Then we turn back to Vader Down, blasting through Darth Vader #13 which is a thrill ride because of its cinematic influences, superb story flow and character development.
Fri, November 13, 2015
Episode #10 -- Chewbacca #3, Darth Vader #12 and Star Wars #11
This time it's really issue 10 and we're three-fifths of the way through Chewbacca and seeing some solid character development for our favorite walking carpet and learning even more about some of our favorite characters and how they deal with adversity. Meanwhile, in the pages of Darth Vader #12, friendships are forged -- as much as anyone can call a Dark Lord of the Sith "friend" -- and hosts Matt Moore and Jeff McGee are starting to warm on Inspector Thanoth (his ISB security handle should be "Weird Beard.") The so-called Intergalactic Evil Legion of Palpatine Minions? Eh, jury is still out on that band of ne'er do-wells. And finally, in Star Wars #11, we're hooked. From the Gladiator-inspired fight scenes to the rancor-esque beast that Luke must face down to C-3P0's comic relief AND Dengar. There's also a resolution, sort of, to the Han and Sana Solo matrimonial are-they-or-are-they-not conundrum, the effects of which are sure to be felt for several more issues. Finally, we enjoyed giving away a digital copy of the Marvel's remastered Star Wars: Episode VI: Return of the Jedi graphic novel that we're going to do it again and offer up a digital copy of Star Wars: Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back.
Fri, October 30, 2015
Episode #9 -- Star Wars on LINE Webtoons, Shattered Empire #4, Darth Vader and Kanan
For Issue nine -- not 10, we swear it -- things get deep as we discuss the conclusion of Journey to Star Wars: The Force Awakens -- Shattered Empire, noting not just its role in leading up toThe Force Awakens, but how it exemplifies a shift in attitude toward major female characters not named Princess Leia or Mon Mothma, that being that they not just survive, but appear to thrive. We also discuss Darth Vader, Kanan's return to the Clone Wars, LINE Webtoons, and debate the eternal question: do wookiees purr? This is the podcast you're looking for!
Sat, October 10, 2015
Episode #8 -- Darth Vader, Star Wars, Shattered Empire and Lando
In today's issue, Matt Moore and Jeff McGee are literally buried by an avalanche of Star Wars comics, with issues from Darth Vader, Star Wars, Shattered Empire and Lando taking center stage for deep discussion, analysis and a search for not just clues about The Force Awakens, but also references to events, people and places from the Prequel and Original trilogies, too!
Fri, September 25, 2015
Episode #7 -- Heather Antos Interview and Kanan #6 and Lando #4
In today’s issue Matt Moore and Jeff McGee welcome Marvel Comics editor Heather Antos! She's got lots to talk about when it comes to Star Wars, the Star Wars comics and how such delicate and deeply intricate stories are told, given they're all in canon. We also parse parse the events of the second arc of Star Wars: Kanan, as the team from Star Wars: Rebels returns to the planet Kaller, site of some of the most intensely personal experiences that turned Caleb Dume into Kanan Jarrus. Meanwhile, in the pages of Lando #4, the mystery about those Sith artifacts deepens and Lando is reunited with a friend and perhaps foe as he deals with the Dark Side run amok aboard Emperor Palpatine's yacht.
Fri, September 11, 2015
Episode #6 -- Shattered Empire #1 and Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #9
In today's issue Matt Moore and Jeff McGee dive deep into the first issue of Journey to Star Wars The Force Awakens: Star Wars: Shattered Empire and elaborate on some of the clues they've found that will tie into December's release of The Force Awakens, including a name that you've not heard in a long time. OK, actually, you've heard it often this year ....They also look at Darth Vader #9 and express hope that soon, soon the Super Friends of Evil will finally meet their demise by being hurled headfirst into a pulsar or, at least, written out of the series. Still, Kieron Gillen is crafting an intriguing tale. The ending of this issue will leave you scratching your head and freeze-framing the funeral process for Padme at the end of Revenge of the Sith.
Fri, August 28, 2015
Episode #5 -- Kanan #5 and Shattered Empire Look-Ahead
In today's issue, Jeff McGee and Matt Moore give fair warning about how epic Marvel's upcoming Shattered Empire mini-series is likely to be, talking in depth about the crux of its lead characters and how the stalwarts we know and love from the films aren't likely to be front and center. Then we dive, deep, into all of the Star Wars comics being published by Marvel, discussing the merits of Kanan #5 and how the series, which concludeds its first story arc, has been the breakout fan favorite of the three monthlies. (SPOILER -- We love it, too. Even more than Nerf steaks.)
Fri, July 31, 2015
Episode #4 -- Star Wars (Vol. 2) #7
In today's show, Jeff McGee and Matt Moore talk about Marvel Comics' Star Wars #7, which sports the first of what we hope will be several one-issue tales about Obi-Wan Kenobi during his time on Tatooine, watching over Luke Skywalker.
Fri, July 10, 2015
Episode #3 -- Princess Leia, Lando and SDCC News
In issue #3 of Comics With Kenobi, hosts Jeff McGee and Matt Moore talk about the conclusion of the Princess Leia mini-series, the start of theLando Calrissian mini-series and the events of Darth Vader #7 while chewing over the Marvel Star Wars comics news from SDCC.
Fri, June 26, 2015
Episode #2 -- Daniel Warren Johnson, Chris Cage and Kanan #3
It's Issue 2 of Comics With Kenobi and features the first appearances of songwriter Chris Cage -- he wrote the song we use for our theme -- and comics artist Daniel Warren Johnson of Chicago whose wordless, 11-page story of the A-Wing pilot who sacrificed himself to bring down a super Star Destroyer. We explain, thanks to Todd Allen, why comics cost the same on store shelves and on digital ones, too, and look at Kanan # 3.
Fri, June 12, 2015
Episode #1 -- Introductions, Observations and Predictions
Because you demanded it! Matt Moore and Jeff McGee bring you a serious look at fuuny books, with the latest news, reviews and discussion of the Marvel Star Wars Comics!
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